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    The Smart Way to Train Your Dog at Home

    Are you aware that before you enroll your dog in an institution it is crucial that you first train your dog at the comforts of your own home? Yes, you may not be aware of how important dog training in your home is but it is highly vital since it will serve as the foundation of their learning. There are actually three categories of house training types and that includes basic house training where you teach your pet of how to properly make use of the toilet area. Next is the submissive wetting in, where urination takes place when the dog is overly excited. The last type is marking which should be done upon reaching puberty. There are those that will mark their territory.

    House training should only be completed for 2 weeks since they are only intended to establish a routine. But for those dogs that had already acquired bad attitude, retraining can last for about 6 weeks. To train dog, you must learn to be committed on the task and consistent enough in the command you are giving them. You need to be prepared enough when the training starts and that include the area where the training will take place. As soon as you get the puppy, visit a vet right ahead for complete check-up in order to ensure that your puppy is well fit and he is not suffering from any known medical complication which can hinder the success of dog training in your home. Problems like intestinal parasites, intestinal upset, and urinary tract infections can make house training difficult or even not feasible at all.

    Dog training in your home should commence with toilet training them. Choose a vacant lawn in your home or a particular corner of the backyard. You need to have a designated place where the dog will be trained to prevent confusion. You need to schedule the training to and if you cannot stick with the schedule then you must not expect the dog to adhere to any of your command. Try to feed him food which would not upset their digestive tract. Avoid free feed as much as possible until the training is completed. To establish discipline in his behavior, schedule the bed time and waking-up time.

    Take for consideration that young pups will need frequent nap times, be sure that your schedule can accommodate their need. And if during training in your home the dog begins to make mistakes, determinedly but gently say "No" and take the dog straight to his toilet area. Do not shout in horror at the dog nor even chase him. Always remember that your attitude is one of the most significant ingredients in house training your dog. Have patience, you puppy does not know what is wrong so it is you that must dictate what should and what shouldn't be done. If there is an error tell him "no" but do not give your punishment too severely.

    Have a great "dog training" day,

    Dr. Alfonso

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