Dog Training Basics - It?s A Snap!

Okay so dog training basics, well there is a lot to say but I will attempt to keep it brief.
During my recent research into training my dog I found some every interesting information about dog training.


First of all it seems to be a generally accepted fact that a trained dog is a happy dog.
Apparently dogs are like children in this way and crave rules and boundaries in the family unit.
They like to know their place and what they are and are not allowed to do.

This I found interesting, especially when this information was followed up with the information that much like children, dogs will test their boundaries with you to see what they can get away.
I guess this makes sense when you think about it, especially when you realize that your dog actually does test your boundaries even after you have had him for 13 years.
Each time you let him out he will run to the edge of where he is allowed to go and then look back to see if you are watching before contemplating whether or not to go further.

The second piece of information that seems to be universaly agreed upon is that the most important part of the dog training basics is praise.
I have heard it stressed over and over again that the important thing with training your dog is not yelling at him/her when they do something wrong, but praising them when they do something right.
While I understand this, it is basic positive reinforcement theory, I also wonder about not yelling at the dog when they do something wrong.

It seems as though you want o show them the correct thing to do but is the dog really capable of comparing the two behaviors and realize that one is used in place of the other?
It seems as though in order for them to cease to engage in the incorrect behavior you would need to reprimand them for it.
However I guess this thought of mine is incorrect, which is why I recommend one of the many books available on dog training basics.
It is hard to know what to do as the most logically response to a problem is not always the correct response.
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Leash Training

Recently we added a female puppy to our family. We have an adult dog also. I forgot how much work it is to train a puppy. This Labrador retriever is 9 weeks old and very smart. She has learned her name and she sits on command.

We have decided it is time to get started with her leash training.

This is an area that causes many people grief. They expect to put a leash on a puppy the first time and have them follow. This is most likely not going to happen. To begin leash training it is helpful if you can get the puppy used to the feel of the leash. To do this attach the leash to the puppy's collar and let them drag it around the yard.

If the puppy has been restrained for a period of time let them get rid of some pent up energy prior to starting the first lesson on leash training.

Once the puppy has pulled the leash behind them for a while pick up the end and gently tug on the leash. It is very important that if you are using a choke collar that...

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Basics Dog Training - Commands

Training Your Dog to "give"

Basics dog training your dog to release whatever he has in
his mouth
on your command helps to stop him becoming an
aggressive and possessive dog. Nature dictates that
whatever he finds is his.This is just normal dog behavior.

This is where you use obedience dog training. Whether it
be his favourite toy or a juicy bone he has to be taught
to drop it when told, with out growling or bearing his
teeth.

To do this is quite simple using your basics dog training
method.

First you need to put his lead on so he can't run off. Then using
a new toy play with him. When he has the toy in his mouth,
in a stern voice say "give" or "drop it" whilst also offering
him his favourite treat.

He should drop the toy and take the treat.
When he does praise him again and again.

If during the basics dog training...

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Unnamed Dog Creates Website

(ContentDesk) September 13, 2004 -- Known only as Beloved Queen, this dog is the "creator" of a website called The Dog Castle. On the main page and each of the product pages, Beloved Queen gives a bit of advice on things like dog houses, dog beds, dog supplies, dog training and dog health. Though set in medieval times, Beloved Queen writes in the modern vernacular, and English is the preferred language of choice. No age is given for Beloved Queen, but it seems that she has many children in her care. Whether they are hers remains to be seen, but she has made references to the young Prince and young Princess, so we must assume they are truly hers.Beloved King is consulted once in a while, and puts in his two cents worth.

There are no pictures of Beloved Queen, but there is a cartoon of a dog with a crown on his head. There are no royal portraits.The articles on the site are from various authors. Some of them wish to remain anonymous.The Dog Castle remains undiscovered to this day....

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How To Train A Dog To Stay

In this article I want to explain how to get your dog to stay. Most of the time, when you get up to leave out of a room, your dog will want to follow, especially if they're energetic. Sometimes you will want them to stay in one place.

The first thing you want to do is get a supply of dog treats. Take your dog into a quiet room and have him sit down. Hold out the dog treat in your hand, letting the dog know that you have it.

When the dog tries to take the treat, close your hand. Your dog should then pull his head back. When he does this, praise him and give him the treat.

Timing is very important for training your dog to stay. Repeat the process again. Keep doing it until the dog doesn't go for the treat, and instead pulls back immediately.

After the dog is consistenly pulling back each time you hold out the treat, you want to begin the next stage of the process.

Repeat the first step again, but wait two seconds after your dog...

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