What Is Dog Training For Obedience Purposes?
Obedience training is a general term which can be achieved through the many various dog training techniques (dog whispering, clicker training , positive reinforcement, marker training, collar and leash, reward training etc.). Regardless of which training technique you choose to employ
1 Opens
up a clear line of communication between you and your dog. This includes
you knowing what to expect of your dog in all circumstances, and your
dog clearly understanding and respecting what is expected of him/her.
Dog training for obedience is
the very best thing you can do for the relationship you with your dog, this is
why:
4 Basic obedience training makes life simple to your dog and eliminates confusion. Your dog will know his place in the world and understand right from wrong. Dogs seem to really appreciate and thrive on this black and white view of the world.
5 Fun and rewarding for both you and your dog - for me, this is what it's all about!
6 An obedience trained
puppy or dog is a much safer dog.
If your dog dashes out the front door you will still have voice control over
him. You will be able to call on one of your obedience training commands such
as "come" "down", "sit" or "go to your
spot". This is very reassuring for any dog lover.
7 You gain trust and mutual respect with your
dog. He understands what is expected of him and knows that you will always be
fair and consistent with this.
8
When your dog is trained in obedience he will be fine around family, friends and kids
under supervision.
9
Dog obedience training fulfills some crucial needs in your dog's life including exercise, mental
stimulation, spending time with you and providing your dog with a
"job".
10 Dog training for
obedience greatly reduces the risk of
being locked in a dominance struggle with your dog. You'll be his strong
and always fair leader, who he'll respect and look to for guidance.
11 Obedience training is a
step by step process which you build
upon over time. It creates a solid foundation for your dog to learn
additional skills and training commands. Throughout this process your dog will
be gaining confidence along the way.
The Danger In Not
Giving Dog Training For Obedience
It's
an unfortunate reality that untrained dogs are the major cause for puppies
and dogs ending up in animal
shelters
all
over the world. This is good for nobody, especially the poordogs.
Your
dog can't ever be really close with you and your family. By this I mean
that your dog won't be involved in family outings, instead spending much of his
time alone in the yard. This can bring on numerous behavioral problems
and can be a real pest for you, and even your neighbour's. Your dog wil be more unsafe around people, other animals and on the roads.
Constantly (but not
effectively) your dog will be yelled at
and pushed further away from his pack (you and your family). This is no
way for you and your dog to live, and is totally avoidable with some simple
obedience training.
General Rules For
Effective Dog Obedience Training
You'll find proven training techniques for specific obedience commands by selection from the list below. These are some general tips to keep in mind that hold true in any dog training for obedience situation:
Praise and reward your dog when he does what you ask of him, give an appropriate correction when he doesn't do what he has been taught to do. The key is to find the right balance for your dog.
You'll find proven training techniques for specific obedience commands by selection from the list below. These are some general tips to keep in mind that hold true in any dog training for obedience situation:
Praise and reward your dog when he does what you ask of him, give an appropriate correction when he doesn't do what he has been taught to do. The key is to find the right balance for your dog.
Don't expect your dog
to just know this stuff straight away. Repetition
of the command and the action is crucial. Believe in what you are doing
and stick to it.
Always be consistent
(this includes everybody who lives with your dog), make it easy for your dog.
Give him a simple decision to make
and make it clear to him which choice is acceptable and which choice is
unacceptable - provide instant feedback.
Never correct or punish
your dog for not doing something he has not been properly taught to do -
be realistic and fair.
Make your training
sessions short, sharp and fun -
for you and your dog. This is where many dog training schools fall down. Take it slow, master one easy command to start with then move on and build upon
it. Continue to mentally challenge and stimulate your dog throughout the
training process.
You're the best person to perform these tasks with your dog. Your dog has to live
with you, you are his pack and you must be the person he looks to for
leadership and who he respects.
Test or proof the
obedience commands in different situations, places and with added distractions.
Incorporate obedience
training into your daily routine
- your dog could perform a "sit" before you give him his dinner, or a
"down stay" when you go get the mail.
Never try to correct
your dog if you don't catch him in the
act of doing wrong, timing
your correction is all important. A late correction only confuses your dog and
doesn't make any sense to him.
Find out what motivates your dog, this will be
an important tool in your training sessions. My dogs love cheese, liver treats
and a throw of the ball.
Work with the natural
drives and instincts of your dog - this is explained further within the
articles below.
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