Dog Gone Doggies

After you have brought home your new puppy it's important to start right away on a consistent routine. If you are unsure where to start this article will help with some simple tips.

So you don't frustrate you or your dog keep training sessions to about 15 minutes, you should always praise your dog when he is doing good and end a training session on a good note.

When talking about consistency that includes taking your puppy out to potty, or walk. Try to take your dog out to potty at the same time everyday and when you walk do the same. Your dog will expect this and may have accidents when you are late.

Dogs get bored and when they are bored they become destructive this is probably why they are chewing up your stuff. To avoid this make sure you exercise and play with your dog to keep him busy. Get your dog high quality toys that don't resemble items you don't want them to chew on, for example slippers.

While it may seem cruel to some, crate training is the best thing you can do for your dog. You may not know it but dogs instinctively don't potty when in their "den". Never use the crate as a source of discipline, it's where your dog goes to get away from it all, and stay when you are out. Do not leave your dog in the crate for hours at a time if you do it will seem like punishment.

Puppies like children put stuff in their mouths they shouldn't, one of the first training commands you should teach your puppy is to leave it or drop it. Pick one of the commands and use it whenever they have something in their mouth that is a danger to them or one of your belongings.

Do you remember when you were a kid and your mom used your first, middle and last name, you knew you were in trouble. Use your dog's name in positive manner otherwise he may associate his name with being punished and will not come when you call.

If you begin a routine and stay consistent, be patient your dog will understand what the rules are. Boundaries are important for both you an your dog as it will reduce stress on the both of you.