Opening the door to your home for your brand new puppy is a sensation that just can’t be explained. Watching their curiosity as they examine and investigate their new surroundings is precious. Despite the fact that this is a very thrilling occasion, some foundations should begin without delay. Puppy obedience training is the first step in an ongoing process that starts right when you bring your puppy home.

Don’t lose sleep if this is your first puppy here is some help. The key here is to use positive feedback and reinforcement when your puppy exhibits desirable behaviors. Appropriate corrective methods can be used when your puppy exhibits behavior you consider undesirable. We need to pay attention and not disregard the puppy’s behavior whether it’s desirable or undesirable. Repetition is the key here to establish proper learning. Consistency is essential both with the commands you use and making sure we practice puppy obedience training daily.

We always want to use positive verbal praise and even a treat at times when our puppy performs something properly or acts desirable. Don’t forget that repetition will be the key to learning. Your puppy is extremely intelligent but it will take some practice for him/her to really get it down.

Though it may be tempting to rub your puppy’s snout in the accident or whack him with a rolled up newspaper, punishing your dog in this way is not  effective puppy obedience training. Your puppy will just become afraid of you. This does not help form a wonderful relationship. Do you believe she will come when you call, if she thinks she is going to get a whack?

Chewing is a natural part of being a puppy however they do not yet know what is acceptable to chew. Make sure you let them know by using a firm “No” or “Bad”. Consistency is important so pick your word and stick to it. When you find him chewing on something that is undesirable make sure he knows. But then give him something else to chew on and praise him for chewing the acceptable toy

Biting is something all puppy’s do and their sharp teeth hurt. It’s not that they are trying to be hurtful, they are babies and teething is natural. You do need to set limits, you should not permit your puppy to gnaw hands or feet. Patience will be essential here. If she bites you make sure that she knows she hurt you by yelping. Use a firm voice and instantly stop playing. She will learn that biting ends playtime.

It is extremely critical to start and set a schedule for both you and your puppy. Get your puppy used to waking up and going outside to use the bathroom at the same time each morning. Feeding your puppy at the same time each day is also critical. How often you feed your puppy and how much will differ depending on the breed. Always schedule some play time in for your new pup. Scheduling everything and being consistent will help speed the training process.

Even though your new puppy is a great deal of fun she/he does not come without work. But with some patience, consistency and repetition your puppy can be trained and respectful in no time at all. Puppy obedience training will help your pup grow into a well mannered dog and give you tons of joy and companionship for many years to come!