How to Train Your Dog at home.. basic tips!
The training
or learning of the dog is based on different techniques that have evolved over
time and which take into account the needs of the dog and the objectives of the
learning.
Dog training
is important because it is often synonymous with safety.
For example,
if later your dog escapes during a walk. If you've taught him recall, you'll
have no trouble getting him back on your feet before it's too late. Of course,
there are dogs with behavioral issues. If this is the case with yours, a
behaviorist can help you. But before you panic, first, know that dog training
is a long-term job. Do not be discouraged!
Some training methods
The lure.
With a treat, you guide the dog to get the desired behavior. For example, you
raise the treat above the nose and towards the dog's ears to encourage him to
sit in a movement that is natural to him.
The clicker.
After teaching the dog the meaning of clicking, you will guide him by
clicking/rewarding each step toward the desired behavior. For example, to teach
the dog to go on its cushion, you will click/reward four times: when it looks
at its bed, goes towards the bed, touches the bed, and finally puts its 4 paws
on the bed.
Capturing.
You reward the dog when it spontaneously adopts the desired behavior. For
example, when the dog lies down spontaneously, tell him "down" and
give him a treat. After a few exercises, he will have understood that lying
down on command will be rewarded.
Limitation.
This method is based on social learning. A specific protocol teaches the dog to
imitate the actions of humans. For example picking up an object, carrying a
bag...
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During
learning (training), the word you choose to associate with the behavior must be
pronounced when the dog proposes this behavior and not before since the dog
does not know it yet. Once the dog has fully understood the exercise, you will
pronounce the chosen word (sit, lie down, in the basket...) to give him the
order.
A few training tips
Rewards
should be tailored to the dog and highly motivating. To teach the dog a new
exercise, use croquettes, commercial treats, fresh food that is low in
calories, or a favorite toy based on his preferences.
Regardless of the training method chosen, the dog should not be manipulated or physically coerced. Otherwise, the dog is trying to run away from a situation that is unpleasant to him and will not learn to propose the behavior spontaneously.
* The training must be motivating for the dog to increase its reliability.
* Don't say "no" to the dog when he makes a mistake. This word is often only used when the dog does something stupid.
* Be forgiving and patient.
* Do not use restrictive or painful training aids such as choke or electric collars.
* Work in short (no more than 15 minutes) and regular (several times a week) learning sessions to see progress, especially if you are training a dog that is still very young.
* Do not ask
your dog to do things that he is not yet able to do because you risk
demotivating him. Be gradual and patient.
Managing the environment during dog training
During your training exercises, you can modify your environment so that your dog is less distracted or less likely to engage in prohibited behaviors:
- Put a
barrier in front of the bedroom door if you want it to be prohibited.
- Place boxes
or a chair on your couch so the dog doesn't climb on it.
- Raise the
trash can so the dog can't get to it.
These
preventive measures will allow you to be completely focused on the exercises to
be taught.
A dog that feels good about himself: the key to good training
Good dog training is a promise of well-being and serenity, both for you (training the puppy cleanliness must be the first step in training, for example); and for him. In order to be fully receptive to training, your dog must be physically and mentally fit. It must be properly fed in relation to its needs. He must drink enough.
You must also respect his essential rest times adapted to his condition, his age... A puppy, for example, sleeps a lot, sometimes up to 90% of the time. He will learn quickly, but on the other hand, you have to prepare short training sessions! To be organized preferably before meals, but without starving him. Because using one of your kibbles for small dogs will be a good way to attract his attention during the training session: he must therefore have an appetite, but without getting impatient.
Your dog needs to be entertained, so spend time with him to play, to go out, to make him meet other dogs...
Make him play sports, he also needs to evacuate his energy!
In conclusion
ensure the complete development of your dog, and his training will only be more effective.
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