quality of life of any dog will be improved significantly
Top Training Tips for Dogs
Correct training should be seen as an owner’s
basic responsibility which will result in a bond
and understanding that makes a dog a companion
Common to any type of training method adopted
will be these three golden rules:-
Dogs respond better to what they perceive as positive
reactions and generous praise. Avoid overuse of
negative commands, “No”; “Stop”
etc. adopt a more positive approach by praising
his good actions. Try to help the dog wherever
possible by guiding him through what you require
and then offering generous praise or rewards when
he achieves this.
It is important to keep what you say, how you
say it and what you mean as consistent as possible,
never assume dogs understand what you are saying.
If you allow your dog to do something one day,
do not confuse him by disallowing that type of
behaviour on another day. Whatever rules you apply
it helps if you keep them consistent.
Dogs learn by “association of ideas”
and will associate certain of your reactions with
pleasure or displeasure. If you think it is great
if your dog fetches your newspaper when it comes
through the letter box don’t get angry when
next time what he delivers is some soggy mail,
remember it is all just paper to him.
Keep your commands short and clear and use your
body language to make your dog aware that you
are talking to him.
Dogs do not understand words, they basically only
understand sounds and tones and this is what causes
their reaction. It might be great when your dog
gets excited on hearing “time for a walk”
but don’t be surprised by the same reaction
if he overhears you saying “time for a talk.
amount of training your dog requires will vary
and which method you choose will depend on many
• is your dog just a pet,
• will he be a working dog (hunting, herding,
guarding etc. )
• is he being trained for a specific purpose
(guide dog, rescue dog etc.).
simple or complicated the training regime you
adopt it will greatly benefit if it is underpinned
by being positive, consistent and clear.
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