Paul Alexander helps run an online pet information business that provides pet owners with the means to create a permanent record of the life of their pet. He is also a long time pet owner and has published many articles on pet related issues. For more information visit www.PetsLife.co.uk
It is certainly a lot more fun to have an obedient and well trained dog. Not only that, but trained dogs, are happier dogs too.
They are less likely to get into fights with other dogs and will tend to socialise better with dogs that they meet in public.
It is particularly important to have a well trained dog if you have young members in your family or children live in your neighbourhood.
Just like having well-behaved children, a well trained dog makes for a happier household.
The time that you spend training your puppy initially will impact on the pleasure you can get from your dog for the many years of its life.
Taking the time to train your dog will strengthen the bond you have together and this will ensure a long and happy friendship where both you and your dog benefit.
Considering the amount of time that you will be with your dog the time involved in training is minimal and well worthwhile.
There are a few basic commands that need to be mastered and they are all relatively simple.
These commands are...
1. Down: this is where you teach your dog to lay down on command, and is one of the main aspects of any successful training program.
2. Heel: this is where you teach your dog to walk beside you at the same pace without pulling on the lead.
3. Learning the 'No' word: this is a particularly important word for your dog to know and can certainly save you a lot of trouble in the future. In fact it is probably one of the most important aspects of training, if you can get your dog to understand and respond to the word no.
4. Sit: sit is one of the most basic of all dog training commands and is one that you'll want to teach from the outset to maintain control of your dog's behaviour.
5. Stay: and finally 'stay' - this is important to ensure that no matter where you are, you'll know that your dog will stay precisely where you want it.
If there is nothing else that you train your dog to do beyond these five basic commands, it will certainly improve the relationship you have with your dog and the enjoyment and happiness that you and your dog will have together.
It is well worth putting in the time and effort while they are still a puppy, as it will improve their quality of life for many years to come.
Training will also let your dog know that you're the boss and in doing so eliminate many behavioural problems.
Dogs that are untrained can often get depressed, despondent, and unhappy and display symptoms of anxiety and confusion.
You are actually giving your dog a purpose in life, where they will get pleasure out of the fact that they are pleasing you.
Creating a well trained dog is in your, and your dogs, best interest.
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