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Bringing your new puppy home for the first time is one of the most thrilling experiences one can have. It is absolute joy to watch them run around and investigate their new home. Despite the fact that this is a very exciting occasion, certain groundwork should start without delay. Puppy obedience training is the first step in an continuing process that starts right when you bring your puppy home.
You can do this in a number of ways. The key here is to use positive feedback and reinforcement when your puppy exhibits desired behaviors. If your puppy acts in an undesirable way you need to make use of appropriate corrective methods. You need to make sure you don’t ignore any kind of behavior, whether desired or undesirable. Repetition will help us establish proper learning. You need to be consistent with the verbal commands and make puppy obedience training a daily habit.
We always want to use positive verbal praise and even a treat at times when our puppy performs something properly or acts desirable. Don’t forget that repetition will be the key to learning. Your puppy is extremely intelligent but it will take some practice for him/her to really get it down.
Though it may be tempting to rub your puppy’s snout in the accident or whack him with a rolled up newspaper, punishing your dog in this way is not really effective puppy obedience training. Your puppy will just become afraid of you. This does not help form a wonderful relationship. Do you believe she will come when you call, if she thinks she is going to get a whack?
Chewing is a part of your puppy developing into a dog. If he is chewing on something he shouldn’t then use a strong “No” or “Bad”. Consistency is important so choose your word and stick to it. If you find him chewing a lot on something he shouldn’t then make sure he has something that is okay and praise him when he chews on that toy instead.
Your puppy is going to bite and their is no way around it. Teething is natural and they explore with their mouths. They are not trying to be nasty. You do want to make sure that you don’t allow her to nip your hand or feet. Patience will go a long way with this one. You should actually yelp if she bites you to let her know that she harmed you. Use a firm voice and instantly stop playing. She will learn that biting ends playtime.
It is very important to start and set a schedule for both you and your puppy. Get your puppy used to waking up and going outside to use the bathroom at the same time each morning. You should feed your puppy at the same time each day as well. How frequently you feed your puppy and how much will differ depending on the breed. Remember to always schedule in some fun time. Scheduling everything and being consistent will help speed the training process.
Even though your new puppy is loads of fun she/he does not come without work. But with some tolerance, consistency and repetition your puppy can be trained and respectful in no time at all. Puppy obedience training gives you the tools and groundwork for your dog to be a fantastic friend and companion for many years to come!
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