If You Get A Dog Be Sure You Train It Properly

All children love pets and they would love to have a dog if their parents will let them. Most parents imagine the disruption owning a dog would cause to their lives and try to resist. In the end the kids may win the argument but it takes a while for them to convince their parents.

Now you have agreed to get a dog you have to choose the sort of dog you want. Having chosen the type of dog you would like you need to find somewhere to get it from and a lot of people feel the right choice is from the local dog rescue pound.

Finally you have your new dog at home and the first thing it might do is make a mess on your carpet. Now you realise the task that you have taken on and you must get your dog house trained. Most dogs avoid messing near their beds because they are clean animals so show the right area for their potty to them.

A new puppy in a new home is sure to be feeling nervous and won’t know what it is supposed to do to be good. Make your puppy feel safe and at home but watch for signs that it needs the potty area. If it does it’s business congratulate it and tell it what a good dog it is.

Dogs will usually learn pretty quick but a young dog needs a lot of reminding what to do, at first. Be very patient and don’t get annoyed about accidents as they will happen and are not done on purpose.

If your puppy needs to get to the potty area he should be able to easily reach it to be successful. If your puppy does things right tell him what a good dog he is and show him lots of affection to reward him. He will soon learn that he is popular when he goes in the right place and there will be fewer and fewer mistakes.

More training can follow once you have a house trained dog. Your kids will have a great time teaching your new puppy how to sit. When your kids want to practice teaching your dog they will play quietly for hours.

There are advanced commands to teach when your dog can sit and stay on command. Teach your dog how to behave on a leash and make it understand it must walk to heel at all times.

Your dog must not run off to look at new things so it is important you teach it to stay with you.All the smells around will attract your dogs attention but he must stay with you unless you tell him otherwise.

Don’t go thinking everyone loves dogs so you should train your dog to behave when visitors arrive. You may love the way your dog licks your face but not everyone will appreciate it.

Owning a dog brings responsibilities to keep it under control as well as bringing a lot of fun and happiness to your family. You must prevent it being a nuisance to other people and make sure it is obedient to you. It’s a good feeling to have a well trained dog and other people will respect you for teaching it well.