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Dog TrainingOverview
There are many free step-by-step guides to dog training that can help you with any problems you are facing with your canine companion. You want to treat your dog like a member of the family, but they are not human, and in spite of how much they seem to understand and fit in, they react like dogs. Here are some things to consider when choosing a method of training and free advice on how to train your dog.
How To Choose A Free Dog-Training Method
Step 1
Training your dog with food is useful in that dogs react well to that type of incentive---they like food. A problem with using food for a reward is that when you do not have the food your dog is less likely to respond to your wishes. Find praise-oriented training advice whenever possible because praise is something you always have on hand. Treats are a good reward on occasion so that your dog knows he can expect delicious rewards once in a while, but should not expect them all the time simply for doing the right thing.
Step 2
Make sure the advice you use is provided by someone who has a thorough knowledge of canine instinct and behavior. Advice given by those who simply operate with the assumption that repetitive motions will eventually bring the proper responses fail to understand how powerfully a dog's instincts are ingrained in how they react to circumstances.
Step 3
Stay away from any dog-training method that encourages abusive practices. Do not use training collars to provoke fear or pain. Command training uses positive reinforcement and should never scare or threaten your dog.
Step 4
No matter what type of training tips you decide to follow, always remember that your dog is going to make mistakes. Never react out of anger or frustration. If you find yourself becoming overwhelmed or your dog begins to show signs of confusion or frustration, take a break. Always try to end on a positive note by giving a command you know they understand and will follow, and provide a lot of praise and love for a job well done so you both can leave the session with a feeling of accomplishment and good will.
Step 5
The Internet has vast resources available to you for training your pooch. You should also check your local park district for training classes that are often free or cheap. Your veterinarian may have pamphlets guiding you through many aspects of dog training such as house breaking, basic obedience or other behavior modifications.
