Owning a dog can be the beginning of a wonderful relationship between pet and owner. It is not uncommon for a dog to be part of a family for around 20 years if it is well cared for and does not develop any serious health problems. However, for the relationship to be good, the dog must be properly trained. Puppies are curious and adventurous, but they have to learn what is acceptable and what is not.
Dogs love to please their owners, so plenty of positive reinforcement is essential when you’re training them. What you want to teach them depends on what you plan to do with them. Some people want a family pet that they can love. This type of dog will need to be trained to stay away from furniture, where to use the bathroom, and not to bark constantly. He may also have to deal with issues like chewing.
A person may want to train a dog to watch over their home or business. This type of dog is trained to guard the area from strangers even though they are friendly to their owners. However, guard dogs can be very mean, so you should never approach one in an attempt to be friendly. They are trained to display aggressive behaviors, but most people will post a sign letting you know about the situation.
There are breeds of dogs trained for shows and others for hunting. A show dog must be able to perform the various tricks, be led and not chase other dogs. A show dog’s behavior is just as important as his appearance when it comes to judging. Hunting with a dog will not be fun if they are not well trained in what to look for and how to help you.
There are books and websites to help you with dog training. You have to be very consistent to benefit from it. In the long run, everyone will get more pleasure from the dog. You certainly don’t want a 60-pound dog trying to drag you down when you try to take him for a walk. Train them early to listen to you and walk beside you on a leash.