{"id":7281,"date":"2022-07-21T20:15:03","date_gmt":"2022-07-21T19:15:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/?p=7281"},"modified":"2024-01-08T13:22:05","modified_gmt":"2024-01-08T13:22:05","slug":"dog-obedience-training","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/dog-obedience-training\/","title":{"rendered":"Master Dog Obedience Training: 3 Essential Training Tips!"},"content":{"rendered":"<nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><\/p><\/nav>\n<p>Dog obedience training is an essential part of being a responsible pet owner. Not only does it create a more enjoyable and harmonious relationship between you and your furry companion, but it also helps to keep them safe and well-behaved in public places. Whether you&#8217;re a new dog owner or an experienced one looking to brush up on your training skills, this article will provide you with some useful tips and tricks to make obedience training a fun and effective process for both you and your dog.<\/p>\n<p>From setting clear boundaries and using positive reinforcement to troubleshooting common training challenges, we&#8217;ll cover everything you need to know to help your dog become a well-trained and well-behaved companion.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-Is-Dog-Obedience-Training\"><\/span><strong>What Is Dog Obedience Training?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/dog-obedience-training\/#What-Is-Dog-Obedience-Training\" title=\"What Is Dog Obedience Training?\">What Is Dog Obedience Training?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/dog-obedience-training\/#Some-Dog-Obedience-Training-Tips\" title=\"Some Dog Obedience Training Tips\">Some Dog Obedience Training Tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/dog-obedience-training\/#Closing-Thoughts\" title=\"Closing Thoughts\">Closing Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Dog obedience training is the process of teaching a dog to respond to commands and follow certain rules and behaviors in order to create a well-behaved and well-trained pet. This can include basic commands such as &#8220;sit,&#8221; &#8220;stay,&#8221; &#8220;come,&#8221; and &#8220;heel,&#8221; as well as more advanced behaviors like &#8220;speak,&#8221; &#8220;roll over,&#8221; and &#8220;fetch.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Dog Obedience training can be done through a variety of methods, including positive reinforcement, clicker training, and more traditional methods such as punishment-based training. The goal of obedience training is to help dogs understand and follow instructions, making them safer and more enjoyable to be around for both the dog and its owner.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/dogisworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Dog-Obedience-Training.jpg\" alt=\"Dog Obedience Training [Step by Step Complete Guide]\" width=\"588\" height=\"392\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some-Dog-Obedience-Training-Tips\"><\/span><strong>Some Dog Obedience Training Tips<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>I always find that treats are an excellent method of dog obedience training; you award them a special treat when they have done something you have asked them to. If they don&#8217;t respond, they don&#8217;t get a treat. There is no point in shouting at your dog as he will only become scared of you, and you don&#8217;t want that. You want to form a happy relationship with him. Dogs are a man&#8217;s closest friend!<\/li>\n<li>When teaching your dog obedience, try and lead him away from distractions like his toys. Take him to an empty field or park where there aren&#8217;t any people, only you and him. Tell him firmly but nicely that you want him to sit, then take your hand, place it on his back, and gently guide his bottom down. When it is down, say sit and tell him he&#8217;s a good boy, then award him a treat. Repeating this will make him realize that when you say sit, you mean for him to sit, and he gets rewarded. Soon enough, he will know to sit when you tell him to, and the treats are no longer necessary.<\/li>\n<li>Getting him to stay is another matter. You&#8217;ll probably need another person for that. Get him to sit (once he has learned how) and get a friend to hold him. Walk away from him, telling him to stay. Using your hand, hold it up firmly (doing this will make him realize that when you hold your hand up in the future, you want him to stay as well, not just when you tell him to), then give it a few seconds and let your friend release him.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>When he comes to you, make him sit and tell him how clever he is! Don&#8217;t forget to reward him. While using this technique, you are also teaching your dog how to come to you, so don&#8217;t forget to say &#8220;come&#8221; to him, not just his name.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Closing-Thoughts\"><\/span><strong>Closing Thoughts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"w-full border-b border-black\/10 dark:border-gray-900\/50 text-gray-800 dark:text-gray-100 group bg-gray-50 dark:bg-[#444654]\">\n<div class=\"text-base gap-4 md:gap-6 m-auto md:max-w-2xl lg:max-w-2xl xl:max-w-3xl p-4 md:py-6 flex lg:px-0\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] md:flex-col lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)]\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-4 whitespace-pre-wrap\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>In conclusion, dog obedience training is an important aspect of being a responsible dog owner. By teaching your dog basic commands, you can create a safer and more enjoyable environment for both you and your pet. The key to success in obedience training is consistency, patience, and positive reinforcement. Remember to always keep training sessions short and fun, and to reward your dog for good behavior. 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