House training is a very important event in a dog's life. It secures a tight bond and good relationship between both master and the dog. Professional dog trainers advise that house training should take place during a dog's puppy years. Your dog's bad behavior will be easier to fix as he gets older, because obedience training occurred during the time he was most receptive to following commands. Therefore, the sooner you learn how to house train a dog, the more successful you'll be training him.
Here are some basic steps on how you should commence to house train a dog.
Let Him Have His Own Space
The untrained puppy or dog should not be allowed to roam around the house, without any supervision. You may not know it yet, but your pet may already be chewing on unsafe things and worse, may get themselves injured or electricuted. If you are at home, make sure to keep him in a place where you can see what he's doing. If there ever comes a time that he'll be left by himself, better place him in a den or crate. Give him a place to sleep of his own that may include a blanket or pillow , some toys, and a bowl for both water and food. Let him have time to run around freely, so he can get enough exercise.
Introduce Him to New Areas
After you have taught him how to behave in his own space, it is now time to introduce him to other areas of the house. Make sure to spend quality time with him in each new area. If you want to show him a new spot where he will eat, do it under your constant guidance. Introduce him to each section of the house, and make known what he is allowed and not allowed to do in them. Do this by restraining him with a dog leash, so as to limit his movement. Unleash him when you feel he's gotten use to the new areas. But, remember to monitor him closely or else he might get into stuff and cause mischief.
Potty Train Him
Take him to the place where he can do his business. Be cautious not to mislead him. Never allow him to frolic in that area or he may decide that he can use the same spot for everything he does.
Let Him Understand The "No Chew" Command
By nature, dogs like to chew on things, since it assists in the growth of their teeth and gums. It is also sort of a healthy exercise for their jaws. Part of training your dog is furnishing him with toys that he may bite on, and let him understand that not all things are good for strengthening his teeth and gums. Be serious as you give him the "No chew" command. Praise him whenever he does the right thing and give him a treat.
Set Off Limit Areas
It is paramount that you keep your dog away from any place in the house that has a sofa and chairs or visible cords plugged into wall sockets. Give him the "Out" command and when he does leave without hesitation, tenderly pat him on the head showing your pleased.
Don't forget, the sooner you get started, the better behaved your dog will act when he is around other people. Try to devote a hour or two towards house training your dog and you'll both be happier for it.
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