One of the most common things I hear from new clients is that they simply don’t know where to begin. It can seem like a daunting task to get from the slightly damaged dog they adopt from the local shelter or the happy, bouncy puppy with the short attention span to an attentive dog that’s ready to be trained. The truth is by changing some simple things in the way you interact with your dog you can get there in no time.
- Get a suitable training collar for your dog and learn how to use it properly.
- Get a good quality dog crate and use it whenever your dog is unattended. Note: No collars or harnesses in the crate!
- Supply a bed or mat other than the dog crate for your dog to use when not crated. This should be their destination when they are sent to go lay down unless you specifically point them elsewhere.
- Keep your dog off the furniture unless they have been specifically invited up.
- Consult your veterinarian for a specific food recommendation suited to your dog’s age, breed, fitness and health needs. [click to continue…]
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