- A common dog training method is to offer treats with praise to get the animal to do what you want them to. Buy a box of bones or other treats, or you can go for a more low-cost measure and pick up a box of Cheerios. At a lower cost, there is more of this treat to go around.
If you do not want to use treats, praise and petting can go a long way with a dog to get them to do what you want. Most dogs want to please their owners; letting them know they are doing the right thing may help them along the training road. - Teaching a dog to lie down can be a trick--they often can get confused on what you are asking of them. It's always best to start with teaching "sit" and then transition into lay. If you are trying to get Fido to lie down, and they are resisting or confused, you may want to put a treat under your leg to get the point across. To do this, have the dog sit in front of you, kneel down in front of them and place your hand under your leg with a treat in your hand. Get your dog's attention on the treat, gradually slide your hand back, away from your dog. Hopefully, they will crouch down looking for the treat and put themselves in the lie position.
- If you decide you don't have the time or you don't have the patience to train your dog on your own and you want to hire a trainer, don't go with the lowest cost. Keep in mind that dog trainers do not have to be licensed to offer services. In this case, you want to find out how long they have been in business and check references with other clients. Also, find out how many sessions are included in the price and what methods does the trainer use. If you are still having problems finding a trainer, you may want to ask your veterinarian for a recommendation.
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