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Tips For Raising A Well Behaved Puppy
from:Dog training is an art form all in its own. Not every dog is the
same, and most dogs have very complex social behaviors that can
be hard to correct. So instead of working hard to correct social
hiccups, it is important to keep a puppy well trained and
behaved from the start. But what's the best form of training to
ensure a healthy social behavior for your puppy?
Basics of Puppy Training: The odd thing about dogs in general is
that they tend to act much like humans do. This means we can
look at how we react to certain situations, and expect dogs to
act similarly.
Much like humans idolize certain adults, puppies will tend to
follow the ways of other dogs. This means puppies should not be
allowed to play or interact with ill-mannered dogs (such as many
strays). This idolization can turn a good puppy bad, or a bad
puppy worse: both of which may end up causing long-term behavior
problems.
Puppies also respond to praise and punishment much like a child
would. Most training techniques involve some type of reward-
usually an edible treat or words of praise. Punishment may be
used for bad behavior, although methods are different for dogs
as they are in children. There should be no hitting or physical
punishment: rather, a simple no will be sufficient. (Don't
overdo it; you don't want to ruin the bond between you and your
puppy.)
Teething A Special Interest In Puppy Training: One special
behavioral problem most owners see is teething. This is the
period where puppies bite and chew anything they can fit their
mouth around. This behavior can be tough to cure, but it is far
from impossible.
Keep in mind that you should never physically reprimand a puppy.
If a puppy does not respect you, it will continue the biting
sometimes making it worse. Instead, it is recommended that you
socialize the puppy with better-mannered adult dogs. They will
essentially see good behavior and mimic it.
If there is no role model to be found- keep in mind that the
main reason teething occurs is because of fear or aggression. To
remedy these emotions in puppies, try to praise and reward the
puppy for good behavior, and firmly say no when biting does
occur. Even when the slightest sign of teething returns, be
strict: never send mixed signals to a puppy.
House Training a Puppy: To housebreak a puppy, there are a few
established rules that can get the job done.
First, feed the puppy on a regular schedule- this will ensure
that bathroom breaks are regular. Second, establish a specific
bed area and toilet area for the puppy; make the distinction so
that the puppy is aware that sleeping and using the bathroom in
the same area is generally a bad idea. Lastly, make sure that
good toilet behavior is rewarded, while poor toilet behavior is
penalized in some shape or form.
Last Thoughts on Puppy Training Tips: Puppies will grow into
adults soon enough- never try to rush the process or expect
results over night. Keep in mind that puppies can often be just
as emotional as humans, so penalties and rewards are very
effective.
Lastly, try to remember that puppies thrive under love and
trust: so be sure to return the trust and love to ensure a
well-behaved puppy grows into a mature adult.
About the author: Daniel Millions
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