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Adopting a new dog
or puppy comes with its own
apprehensions. How
to train the
dog? What steps to
follow so that the
process of making your puppy a regular member of your household? What are the basic
requirements of the puppy? How
to make it easy for both the puppy and
yourself?
Here
are some useful dog house training hints and a
checklist for success with your dog adoption.
To
have a happy dog in the house you need to plan the
supplies required for bringing up your dog.
Here’s the list of dog essentials.
Chew bones and chew toys
Water
bowl and food bowl
Treats
for training
Dog
food
Dog Bed and blankets
Crate
Toys
Setup
a separate confinement area where your dog can rest
when you are not supervising it. Giving
the dog the complete run of the house might create problems later when
you try
to confine him to a small area later.
A
free run of the house might also make for accidents or your puppy may
chew up
your carpet or furniture. It
is better
to start the confinement early in the house training.
The
area should be easy to clean and maintain.
It should have a gate so that so that you can
confine the dog when necessary. The
ideal place should be free of clutter or furniture, preferably on the
porch or
small outside area. Put
the dog supplies
as per the check list above. Ensure
that
the dog understands that the area is his own.
Put the puppy’s favorite toys and the chew
bones strictly in the
specified area. Give
the best things the
dog loves, its meals in the specified area.
Within a short span the puppy or dog will understand
that the place is
his home.
Your
dog house training process will be slow in the
beginning. Get the
dog accustomed to
short absence from a few minutes to 30 minutes.
Over time you may increase to a few hours. Get the dog accustomed to
lonely time. Dogs
are social animals and it is important
to train it to be alone to avoid over dependence on you. Any time the dog howls or
whines give a few
minutes before you respond. Otherwise
your
dog may start barking once it learns that you respond to its each cry.
Some
more dog house training Tips
Until
your dog is perfectly housetrained, never leave him alone unless
he’s in his specified confinement area
- Your
dog must be 100% supervised when he’s outside his specified
area
- Take
your dog out on leash frequently. Start by walking him at half-hour
intervals
- If
you see your dog sniffing and circling in the house, take him out
immediately
- Praise
and reward him with a treat when
he relieves himself outdoors
- Never
yell or punish your dog for a potty accident in the house
- Dogs
need both physical exercise and mental stimulation. Remember: A well
exercised dog is a happy dog
- A
good exercise program will make your dog a more relaxed and enjoyable
companion
- Don’t
let your dog off leash in unsecured areas, and make sure he wears an ID
tag
- Daily
obedience training and food “puzzle” toys provide
your dog with mental stimulation
- Dog
training classes are fun for dogs and people alike
Dog
training can be fun for the dog as well as you when
handled right. A little trouble and a
planned dog schedule will make for a happy dog and a happy dog lover
that is
you.
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