1. Communication is Key: Puppy training is essentially a course in communication. It’s a two-way street where you’re not just giving commands, but you’re also learning to understand your puppy’s cues and signals. This mutual understanding builds trust, strengthens your bond, and fosters a deeper connection. 2. Patience and Consistency: Puppy training teaches you one […]
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1. Safety First: Boundaries in public spaces are not only about teaching your puppy good manners; they’re also about keeping them safe. Leash training and understanding the boundaries of where it’s safe to explore and where it’s not can protect your puppy from dangerous situations, like traffic or aggressive dogs. 2. Socialization Skills: Socialization is
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While many owners focus on teaching puppies basic commands and behavior, it’s equally important to recognize that puppy training is a two-way street, benefiting both the pup and the owner. Puppy training is not only for your puppy’s benefit but also for your own growth and development as a responsible pet owner. 1. Building a
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Teaching Good Puppy Manners is an essential investment in fostering a well-rounded canine companion. It also ensures that your puppy understands basic commands like sit, stay, and come. These commands are tools for ensuring your puppy’s safety by teaching your puppy to listen to you & obey commands. Just like humans, dogs thrive on a
While structured training sessions are essential, there’s another powerful tool you should add to your training toolkit: capturing and rewarding spontaneous good behavior. You will need to pay attention and recognize those unscripted moments when your puppy offers you behavior that you have not asked for, but want to encourage. For example, if I am
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A powerful principle in shaping your puppy’s behavior is the concept that “behavior that is rewarded becomes behavior that is repeated.” At its core, the principle of rewarding desired behavior is founded on a simple psychological premise: animals, including dogs, naturally gravitate toward actions that result in positive outcomes. Just like humans, dogs are more
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