Training your dog is very worthwhile for both you and your dog. Before you start training, there are some dog training basics that you need to know in order to make training easier and more pleasant for you as well as your dog.

Well firstly and this is very important, all dogs are basically pack animals, even though they are domesticated, they still retain this instinct. Pack animals respond to the leader of the pack. They are submissive to that leader. Therefore you must impress on your dog early on that you are the leader.

Some dogs show more aggression and dominance compared to other dogs who are more easy going. No matter what your dog’s personality is, it is important to that you be firm in your commands. Do not allow your dog to start controlling your actions, or he will think that he is the leader. You do not need to be physically abusive to your dog to do this. You can simply show your dog that you are the leader based on your actions.

You should set up a timetable each and every day for training. Your dog will anticipate what is happening and will respond. Respect can be gained by kindness but firmness and a dog can be trained even if he is a little older. Training is not just for puppies.

This is about the basics and it does not get much more basic than teaching your dog to sit. But it’s a good place to start because it will lead on to other commands from that position that you will want to teach.

When teaching your dog commands use the same word for each command, for instance if you start off with ‘sit’, don’t change it to ‘sit down’ after a few lessons. Positive reinforcement is necessary when your dog does as you command. He is looking to please you so don’t disappoint him, when he does something right always be sure to praise. Do not get angry and shout because you will confuse and scare him.

At first, try working on training every day. As your dog starts to learn more commands, you can take a day off here and there but training should always be a part of your relationship with your dog.

All of this will be worth it in time, I promise you. When you have a well behaved and obedient dog it is something to be proud of. I know that you will flush with pleasure when someone remarks ‘what a well behaved dog. Why can’t ours be like that’ They will never know the hours of effort put in to bring a dog up in the right way.

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