A dog's personality and disposition may be very important to his dog training. Your dog may react more positively to different training methods based upon his or her disposition. And of course, some dogs have more challenging personalities and some dogs are just smart and easygoing. But there are a few concepts in dog training that work with every dog.

The most important idea when it comes to training a dog is timing. Dogs are not human and they do not understand human ideas. All corrections and reinforcements of behavior must be administered instantly. When your dog poops on the floor you need to catch him in the act if you want to fix that behavior. If you don't he will not understand why you are scolding him and your correction will go unheeded.

When you are training a dog you must be consistent. Dogs do not understand the concept of "sometimes". If you do not want your dog to chew up your new shoes you must never let him chew any shoe, even an old one that you don't care about. If you do not want your dog to jump on you when you are wearing your new business suit then you must not let him jump on you when you are wearing your jeans. You have to be consistent with everything, every time.

Many owners get caught up in giving corrections and theyneglect to give enough praise. Make sure your dog knows when he is doing something right. Most dogs will learn quicker and easier when they receive a lot of love and praise. Make sure you have a good balance of corrections and praise.

When you issue your dog a command he must obey, every time. If he does not follow through then show him what he must do but do not let him get away with not obeying your command. Dogs don't comprehend the idea of "sometimes". You must be authoritative and firm every time.

Training can be fun and you will have more success if you make it fun. You can always add in some games and some playing while you are teaching and your dog is learning. It will be more fun for both of you.

Make sure that your dog clearly knows what is expected of him. If he knows what you want he will be more likely to comply. Break up your training into smaller increments if you must but it is critical that he knows what it is you expect. Be fair and reasonable with him.

You are responsible for how well trained your dog is. Any dog can be trained; it is up to the trainer to work with them as required.

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