Core Dog Training

Before starting a dog training regimen, it is advisable to first determine - and be able to give - what your dog wants from you in any dog training scenario. One of our most common misconceptions is the notion that dogs are very smart and that they are guided by thoughts. Actually, its moves are mere responses to the stimuli you give. It simply acts as a dog that wants acceptance as a member of the pack.

Scolding or yelling at your dog is not a wise thing to do if it misbehaves. The way to rectify a dog's undesirable behavior is to focus on realistic ways to alter its responses.

Core Dog Training Tips

Before training a dog, a trainer should first consider a few basic things that will help make his job easier.

Crate Training - this utilizes a crate where your dog will stay in the duration of this training. In the course of the training, the dog will come to like his crate and will eventually call it his "home." During the course of the training, the dog's comfort and sense of security should be your top concern. It should be able to find rest and enough food and water in his crate. You should also see to it that the crate is clean and it should not be made to symbolize punishment. The dog should be afforded enough time during his crate training. This will make him relax and feel secure. Crate training is usually applied to relieve a dog's anxiety; it is also a good housebreaking training tool. …show more content…
This training is actually meant to remove your dog's leash issues while you are walking it. A dog will follow your commands if you can control it. The leash training also requires that your dog be made to learn to execute basic commands such as sit and wait. A dog should know how to sit and wait by your side otherwise it will keep on pulling on the leash or run