There are a lot of things people have to remember when they start dog
training. There are a lot of different dog training techniques to try.
Some of these dog training techniques work, while other dog training
techniques seem to work against you. With so many different aspects of
dog training, it is hard to know what techniques work the best.
One of the biggest things that often confuse people with regards to
dog training is when to reward your dog and when to reprimand your dog.
If you have trouble deciding when to do which, please read on.
Most dog training course instructors will tell you that positive dog
training is the best technique to utilize. Unfortunately, there are some
instances when you do have to reprimand your dog.
Reprimanding your dog should not happen often, as dogs respond better
to positive reinforcement used in dog training. Before you learn when
to reprimand your dog, you should first learn when to reward your dog.
You should reward your dog any time your dog does something it is
supposed to during dog training. This can be when it sits, stays,
eliminates where it should, fetches, etc.
The reward you use during your dog training can be many things: praise, kind words, tummy rub, pat on the head, or a treat.
Dogs learn very quickly from positive dog training. Dogs tend to want
to make you happy and this is why they do so well with this type of dog
training. However, be sure you never reward bad behavior.
Reprimanding is a type of dog training that should not be done unless
necessary. This can be when your dog jumps, eliminates in the wrong
place, barks, growls, pulls on a leash, destroys something, etc.
You must only reprimand your dog if you catch it in the act of doing something wrong.
Otherwise, your dog will not realize what it did. The reprimand used
for this dog training should be a quick, sharp “no” or “bad dog.”
Your tone should be angry, but remember to be short and quick. If you
constantly do this, your words will end up being ignored by the dog.
Never spank, hit, or constantly scold your dog. This will only lead to
more problems in the future.
These are all of the important things you need to focus on when
determining when to reprimand or reward your dog during dog training.
Remember to be patient because your dog is learning and trying its best.
With some love and consideration, your dog should do quite well with its dog training.
Then it will be a rewarding experience for you both!