Dog Training By Alton

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Ive Just got a new puppy (collie-Cross) but looking for tips on how to train her, google got me so far but most website want cash or dont have much info on them.

Obedience training is the foundation for establishing a better relationship between you and your dog. Obedience training helps establish the owner in the role of "pack leader". Obedience will lay down clear behavior guidelines that your dog can follow. A well-behaved, obedient dog is more than just a pet of pride. The difference lies largely in the training, and good training can save a dog’s life.

These articles will give you tips about how to best train your dog.

Dog Training – http://www.dog-pound.net/dog-training.htm

Dog Obedience – http://www.dog-pound.net/dog-obedience.htm

Repetition, consistency, practice and correction are what it takes to train a dog to be happy and responsive. If you follow these simple steps you will find that your puppy can grow into an obedient well-adjusted dog.

Repitition and Consistency in Dog Training – http://www.dog-pound.net/repetition-consistency.htm

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Confidence, consistency, and patience.

Confidence because dogs pick up on low confidence, anxiety, and similar feelings and many will not follow a leader who is not confident in his own leadership skills. In the animal world that’s generally suicide.

Consistency because dogs learn by repetition. Trying something for a while then giving up and switching to something else because it’s "not working" will only confuse the dog in the long run, or bore it.

Patience because, again, dogs learn by repetition. Giving up because you’re bored or its’ "not working" isn’t doing you or your dog any favors. One must have enough patience and understanding of how a dog learns and what motivates it.

Also add in there a basic understanding of canine psychology. A basic obedience training book from the library will probably teach you most of what you need to know. You’d be surprised how easy it can be. Just be patient and consistent, and above all, don’t give in to your dog if he’s being a pill. Just shrug and walk away if you get frustrated, but don’t get mad at the dog. Once you reach a level of instability like yelling or hitting your dog stops seeing you as any viable leader, at least for that moment, and you effectively undermine all your efforts to train.

[Add] Also, google Nilif Training

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CHIGIRL is right on. If you do all those things you WILL have a potty trained dog the quickest way. There are no shortcuts. The great thing is, once they’re potty trained, you don’t have to worry anymore. When I was potty training my puppy @ 8 wks of age, I read many articles and ads that your dog can be potty trained in less than a WEEK! This is RIDICULOUS! Yes it is possible I suppose, but it’s not realistic. With consistency of doing what chigirl stated, my puppy was totally potty trained in 2 months.

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Dog Training has been taught using many diverse theories. When teaching your dog new tricks and tackling obedience training, keep in mind that it is going to take both dedication and patience. Along with that it also takes skill and a sense of personal awareness of not only the actions of your dog, but your own body language and training practices as well.

Below are three tips or guidelines that any dog trainer can make use of when training their dog:
1. Signals should be given to your dogs with only one hand and only one arm. In the most early stages you can exaggerate the signals to get your dog’s interest, but after this has been done for awhile all signals must be given smoothly and swiftly without any extra body motion. The size or sex of your dog is not an issue here, as you can train almost any dog to pay attention to you and if he is paying attention to you he should see your signals.

There are some people who may disagree with this school of thought but those are the ones that have not yet learned how to make their dogs pay attention to them. You will have to monitor yourself very carefully so that you don’t give out inadvertent body signals to your dog. It is quite natural for a beginner to nod his head, lean forward, or move his hands when he calls his dog. He is so engrossed in watching his dog that he is not aware of his own actions or movements. Have another person watch you so he can tell you when he notices you doing this. That is really the best way and sometimes the only way to really know if you are doing this or not.

2. Stay consistent – don’t scold a dog for an offense one day and praise him the next day for the very same thing. You really cannot expect your dog to become familiar with an exercise if you keep varying your training methods each time you execute it. Dogs learn the basic work by repeating an exercise over and over and the entire training program should proceed easily and with as much consistency as possible. And keep in mind that the techniques you will use in training your puppy will be repeated in advanced exercises as your dog gets older and your handling manner should remain the same.

3. You should always be studying your dog so you can anticipate his reaction to any situation. You need to become attuned to your dog’s sensitivities. If you have a gentle and quiet dog, do not provoke him by rough treatment. He will become very alert and responsive if you train your dog in a calm and gentle manner with consideration for his feelings. On the other hand, aggressive or overly playful dogs need a more forceful approach.

It may appear that the training of your dog requires a lot of time and patience as it does, but just remember that the payoffs will be immeasurable in the future.

Jane Saeman
http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/3-basic-training-tips-for-better-handling-of-your-dog-136892.html

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Congratulations! You have finally made the big commitment and brought an adorable new puppy into your family. Bringing your new puppy home marks the start of a long and rewarding companionship, but puppy ownership is not always unproblematic the first night. Your puppy is used to the company of his mom, brothers and sisters, and moving into an unfamiliar home with his new human family will require some adjustment.

First, you must decide whether you want your puppy – and soon to be full-grown dog – to sleep in the bed with you or stay in a separate bed in the floor or crate. Some people believe that allowing a dog to sleep in the bed leads to behavioral problems, but the decision is a matter of personal preference. Either way, it is a decision that requires commitment. Dogs thrive on routine and consistency, and being fickle about the boundaries will only lead to confusion for your puppy. Remember, if your puppy has the opportunity to sleep in the bed with you once, he will likely try to do so every night.

There are steps you can take before bedtime to make for a better night’s sleep. Remove the puppy’s water and food bowls in advance, and have a good play session to wear him out before bedtime. And of course, always take your puppy outside to relieve himself right before turning in for the night.

If you intend to crate train your dog, the crate is an excellent place to establish his bed. Keeping the crate in the bedroom where you sleep may help eliminate or minimize your puppy’s crying. Keeping your puppy confined to his crate at night should also help with house breaking too, as dogs tend to naturally avoid soiling their sleeping areas.

Many puppies whine the first night or so in their new homes, which can result in frustration for the new owner. Remember, your puppy’s first night at home with you is also his first experience separated from his mother and littermates, and instincts will lead him to cry in effort to reunite with them. Your reaction to the puppy’s crying will set the stage for his future behavior, so it is important to react appropriately to his cries. First, realize that your puppy may cry because he needs to use the bathroom. If he is quiet and then suddenly begins to cry, this may be the case. Young puppies in the two-month old age range need to use the bathroom about every three hours, so you will need to take your puppy out more than once during the night during the early months. Be sure to pick up your puppy and carry him outside to his spot so that he is not tempted to eliminate too soon in the house.

On the other hand, if the puppy has been outside recently and seems to be constantly crying for attention, it is important not to encourage this behavior. If he cries and you react by soothing and petting him, you can bet he will use crying as a tool to get your attention in the future. While it can be difficult to resist comforting your crying puppy, doing so will teach him that crying is not the trigger for attention. A firm “no” or “quiet” may help some puppies understand what you want them to do, but under no circumstances should you get angry and shout at the puppy.

From the first day you bring your new puppy home, a consistent routine should be established, and sleeping arrangements should be a part of the routine. Your puppy will soon be accustomed to his new home and bed, and will no longer cry during the night. Though the first few nights may be trying for a new puppy owner, establishing your expectations from the start will lead to a fulfilling relationship with your new best friend.

Dean Burton
http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/the-first-night-with-your-new-puppy-464610.html

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