Free Basic Dog Training Tips

These free training tips are the foundation of a successful dog training experience.

Both you and your "student" will benefit from incorporating them into your dog training regimen. Good luck and happy training!

1) Start Early: A big part of your dog training success will be based on your "bond" with your dog and that can begin as soon as you bring him home. Be generous with petting and playing and start crate training and puppy potty training right away. Gracie will soon learn that nothing is more rewarding than pleasing you.

2) Praise, Praise, Praise! Read the last sentence in the paragraph above. You are the source of everything your dog needs; food, shelter and love to name a few. In my church we have a name for the Guy who provides those things. Let your dog know how much you appreciate the things he does right and he'll only want to give you more.

3) Be Patient: No matter how much she may love you your dog is not your intellectual equal. Dogs need time and lots of repetition to understand some commands, and remember; she wants to please you. Take your time and if you find yourself getting impatient (or angry!), force a good-natured rub of the ears and call it a day.

4) Keep Dog Training Sessions Short: Dogs, especially puppies, have short attention spans. When her attention starts to fade she'll begin making mistakes. And we always want to…

5) End on a "Good Dog!" Read #2 again for clarification on this point. Ending your session on a positive note will make you both eager to come back for more dog training.

Remember, incorporating these free basic dog training tips into your dog training regime will tilt the scales of success in your favor. And please; spay or neuter your dog!