Cultivating Your Dog

Your dog, just like any other animal, needs to be socialized in order to cultivate good habits when around people. It is very important to train your dog well, so that they are more pleasant to be around people and other pets. Here we have listed 3 of the most important issues that every dog owner focuses on during initial dog training.

1. Housebreaking

- Housebreaking is sometimes referred to as potty training. This is usually every dog owner’s first priority in dog training. The purpose is to teach the dog to urinate or defecate outside the house or on a designated area. This is really important to many dog owners, especially if they often invite people into their home for barbeques or game night. They would't want any visitors to be dismayed by the sight or smell created by a dog that is not yet housebroken.

2. Coming When Called

- Dogs must learn to come whenever they are being called by their masters. This is usually done with some sort of command such as a single word, a whistle, or a hand gesture. This can come in quite handy if the dog is about to get into something you do not want them to or just to get them to come when it is time to go.

3. Walking on a Leash without Pulling

- There are some dogs that will literally drag their owners when they are being taken out for a walk. While taking your dog for a walk on a leash, it is important for the safety of the dog and others that the owner is in control and not the dog. Dogs can be easily excited to see what might be ahead of them and will attempt to walk ahead of whoever has the leash. It is vital to teach your dog to be patient in this scenario, so that whoever is walking the dog will have control in any situation.

These are just some of the more common lessons that almost everydog will learn. Additional training will vary from owner to owner and the people of Dog Training Collars 4 Less are happy to help.

Here are Some Quick Dog Training Tips to Help You Get Started:

• Firm & Friendly
  When giving commands such as "come", you will want to use a happy and friendly voice. By using a friendly and inviting voice you will increase the dog's interest in coming to you. For more urgent commands such as "sit" or "stay", you will want to use a lower and firm tone.


• Praise & Reward
  Make sure to praise the dog and occasionally offer them treats when they are learning or have mastered a new command. This will create a positive learning environment for the dog and greatly increase the dog's willingness to learn.


• Be Patient
  Having patience is a very important factor in dog training. By focusing on a single command each session and ending it on a positive note will allow the dog to learn at a rate they can understand. Dogs are incredibly smart and will pick up all commands when presented to them this way. Make room for play time after each session. This will give the dog another reason to anticipate their training.


• Use the Correct Dog Training Collars
  It is very important to have the right dog training collar for your dog so that it will be effective. It is vital for any project to go smoothly to have the right tool for the job. You do not want a screw driver when all you really need is a hammer. The same goes for dog training. Putting a collar that has been designed for a small dog a large dog will not be effective. The dog may learn to ignore the corrective pulse. If you put a large collar on a smaller dog, it will be uncomfortable and create a negative experience for the dog. You do not have to worry about the size as most dog training collars clearly indicate what size of dog the collar is intended for. The dog training collars that we offer deliver a safe and harmless sensation to the dog when the button is pressed from the transmitter. These training collars allow owners to stay in control of their dogs even from a distance.


• No Distractions
  It is best to train your dog in a quiet area with few distractions. A secluded back yard is ideal for this. If you were studying for a test you would prefer a quiet library to an amusement park. The same is true for your dog. With limited distraction your dog will have the concentration needed to pick up on the training more easily.


• Reprimand
  Never hit your dog. You must be firm and friendly, even if the dog shows erratic and undesirable behavior. Negative reinforcement will not guarantee a positive reaction and can create confusion for your dog.


• Be Positive
  It is necessary to use positive reinforcement in dog training. This can be done by offering some dog treats and giving lot of praises if the dog performs correctly and learns new commands.


• Play With Your Dog
  When you make time to play with your dog after training, it will help to create a more positive experience for them and they will look forward to the next training session. Dogs that have been well trained are a pleasure to take on walks and a most enjoyable to own.