Every new dog owner looks
forward to the time when they will be able to play with
their dogs and bond with their new companion and be the best
of friends. But even best friends have bad times as well.
And especially when you’re dealing with a dog, it’s never
going to be quite the smooth going we would like.
Unfortunately, dogs instinctively like to bark, chew
everything in sight, dig holes, and indulge in many other
unacceptable canine activities. Some dog owners get
frustrated when their dogs indulge in these essentially dog
practices. Obviously, an obedient dog is probably what every
dog owner wants.
Certainly it would be a lot more convenient if you have a
well-trained and obedient dog. But the question is how will
you do it? Are you really capable of training your dog? Or
are you in the position of being able to afford the services
of a professional dog trainer?
Of course, apart from money there are other considerations
to be taken into account. Why not train your own dog
yourself? Aside from being inexpensive, you and your dog can
develop a bonding and closeness that you can cherish all
your life.
Here are a number of some useful tips for you to consider in
house training your dog:
When house training your pet it is important to always be
aware of his or her needs. The key to this is observation.
Keep a close eye on your dog’s activities. Dogs usually give
out warning signals or signs when they are about to do
something, especially when they need to urinate or move
their bowels. Take note of the time of day and any
behavioral signs that he may exhibit when he’s about to meet
the needs of nature.
When you become aware that your dog needs to relieve himself
take him outside the house. Just make sure that he doesn’t
destroy your plants or your yard.in his inquisitive search
for a suitable spot to use as his toilet. Do this everyday,
at the same time. Let your dog choose the place which he
finds most to his liking.
Stay with your dog until he finishes, otherwise, you’ll find
you dog doing other things like chasing animals or exploring
the garden, or wrecking havoc in general. For puppy owners,
a lot of patience is required with house training. On the
first few nights, your puppy will cry and will fell strange
and uncomfortable at night. If you want to house train him
successfully, you have to be patient in taking him out every
time he indicates his need.
It is important to stay clear of ammonia-based cleaners as a
dog associates the smell with urine. If you use this type of
product to clean your house, your dog will most likely
urinate in every corner of the house; therefore, it is most
advisable to never use ammonia-based cleaners if you own a
dog.
It goes without saying that you should never be cruel to a
dog. Every time your dog makes a mess, don’t punish him in
any way like slapping, kicking or sticking his nose on the
mess. There is always the right way of reprimanding your
dog. Remember, it is always your responsibility to see to it
that your dog will not make any mess inside the house.
To become frustrated is human, and if you’re the type of
person to loose their temper easily you must back off as you
are likely to treat your dog in the wrong way. If you really
want to house train your dog, you must persevere and in the
end your dog will respond successfully. But, if you should
find the going a little bit slow or come across difficulties
that you can’t solve, there are many resources you can turn
to for help.
There are books and a myriad of magazines available
containing many articles about house training a dog. Or you
can check the Internet where there are many sites offering
tips for proper dog training. If your budget allows it, why
not attend a class about proper dog training. There are many
options; all you have to do is to choose among them.
To properly house-train a dog a large reservoir of patience
is needed. It can’t be done in a matter of minutes. It will
certainly take some time and a lot of hard work, but in the
end you will be rewarded for your patience and hard work
with an affectionate and obedient dog. That in itself is a
wonderful achievement, not to mention that a pet is like a
family member that should be loved and cared for.
