Is It Necessary to Train My Dog?
When a dog gets the training he needs. He is more obedient and safer.
I have a neighbor who owns a dog. The dog has not been trained. She had her dog on a lead and thought that there would be no problem. Another dog came down the street and her dog felt threatened. Her dog attack the other dog. Three thousand dollars in vet bills. This is what she took from her experience.
Dealing with situations where the owner loses control of their dog is lessened. When a dog gets the training he needs. A voice command or a gesture can get a situation under control
Training your dog to heel can be done by shortening the leash. Gently pulling the dog back into the required position. Giving the voice command or hand gesture.
When starting to train your dog to walk with you. Choose a place that is away from busy streets or walk ways.
You will see that the dog will start to follow your commands. It is necessary to reinforce that behavior with praise.
To train your dog to follow directions. It maybe be necessary to use other methods other than praise. Some dogs work well with praise and some work better with treats. You decide which is best.
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