Dogs are some of the most common pets in the world today. In the United States, the dog is second to the cat as preferred house pet. This is probably why dog training tips are some of the most sought after "searches" in sites like Google and Yahoo.
Dog lovers everywhere will agree that obedience training is important. Obedience schools for dogs thrive as businesses in the United States and United Kingdom. While there is no best way to go about training, experts agrees that consistency is the key. When you want your dog to obey commands you have to be consistent in reward and punishment. Of course we would not want to inflict harm on the poor animals but your dog has to know that you are displeased when disobeyed and happy when he follows your commands. Be consistent otherwise, puppy will end up confused and in therapy!
The same is true when collar or potty training. Puppies are easier to train than adult dogs but never the less you need to be consistent in training and discipline. Some adult dogs do not like to put on collars. So for the first few times, your dog will probably not want to have it on. Be gentle with your dog and do not overly reprimand him. Just be quiet. But when he allows the collar on, praise him cheerfully and maybe reward him with a treat.
Some obedience schools follow the manual to the letter. However, dogs just like humans have different temperaments. Some dogs are easily trained while others are stubborn. Others like children and anti-social dogs also exist. So when training your dog be patient and use good judgment. There is no book that will tell you everything you need to know about training and raising dogs. Likewise, materials online while abundant will not cover every single thing. They have courses for agility, following instructions, mental practices and other learning matters that will improve dogs mentally and physically.
The best way to know how to train and raise your dog properly is through experience. Having a dog can be a very exciting moment and for most dog owners it is almost like having another child in the family. Your dog will need to be walked, bathed, fed, taken to the doctor and yes, educated! This learning experience will not only be for your pet but for you and your whole family as well. Being responsible for the welfare of another living thing is a challenge but it is surmountable. Lots of lessons can be learned about team work, care and responsibility can be acquired by young children when they care for an animal. So essentially, whether your dog goes to obedience school or is home trained does not matter as long as there is proper guidance and reasonable expectations are set and met.
Having a new dog in the house can be an exciting new adventure. Dogs are extremely loyal and playful. Unlike cats they demand constant attention but they are also very easily pleased. Dogs are easier to train than most other animals but it will still need dedication and patience on your part. And this is probably the best tip that we can give you!
