Simple But Effective Puppy Training Techniques
The aim of any puppy training techniques is to teach a dog correct behavior. Training must however be conducted in a way that is non threatening and which does not leave a puppy confused, fearful or anxious. This can lead to more serious behavior issues such as aggressiveness.
Basic Training Techniques
The most basic training a puppy needs to learn from an early age is the word NO. Teamed with commands to sit, stay and lie down. These are fairly easy techniques to accomplish at home by any family member. At the base of any training however must be an owner that is firm, kind and patient. All dogs and especially young puppies want to please their owners. If training is undertaken in the correct way a puppy will be able to understand and accomplish what is being asked of it. In the majority of cases, a well trained puppy will become a well rounded and well behaved dog. It will show no signs or traits of bad behavior toward either human or other dogs. Training will also enforce the hierarchy expected of the animal and allow them to integrate into a family unit without any threat of harm.
Puppies do not have a grasp of human language from the get go – this comes with training and time. Consistent repeating of the same word followed by the expected behavior will help a puppy grow their vocabulary. For instance placing the puppy in a sitting position followed by the word sit will reinforce the learning and the associated word will eventually be learned by the puppy.
The best puppy training techniques are accomplished with patience, kindness, and firmness. Training should be done on a daily basis. It should never include physical punishment, shouting or rough treatment. A puppy should be introduced to training slowly yet consistently with patience, perseverance and firmness. A puppy should never experience fear or anxiety during training. There are simple yet effective techniques that are able to teach a puppy these basic commands..
Further Training Techniques
Further training techniques that will have far reaching results is the ‘crate’ training. Crate training is aimed at providing a puppy with a specific area where they can feel safe and secure. Crate training provides a puppy with a designated area for sleep and security when you are not around. It is also a crucial training technique if you intend traveling with your puppy throughout its life. It can also teach a puppy ‘potty’ training from an early age.
Crate training is not cruel; it is a natural form of dog training. It is not designed for the purpose of locking a puppy up and out of harms way. Puppies have an innate need for a place where they feel secure and safe. As their owner, it is imperative that you understand this need and provide it for them when they are too young to otherwise find it for themselves.
A young puppy should ideally start training at around 8 weeks old. The younger they are they easier they find it to learn. Once they reach a certain age training becomes harder for them to accomplish.
About the Author:
Bob Leland is a puppy training specialist. For more great puppy training techniques , visit loving touch puppy training.