A Short Course in Advanced Obedience Dog Training
Advanced obedience is to a canine what putting down the toilet seat is to a man - it takes patience in constant reeducation but it is possible. Dog obedience training is among the most satisfying experiences between a dog and his pet owner. You are not only doing your own self a great benefit; you are giving your animal a more complete and happy life. Obedient canines are well-adjusted, confident and more intelligent. You can be secure in it’s conduct even if you leave him alone with strangers.
The most essential thing to remember in attempting to train your dog is to establish your position as the superior in your relationship. When he understands that you are the top dog, so to speak, it is much simpler to train him the commands you expect him to obey. Confusing the animal in this regard can be dangerous; he will be aggressive and try to dominate you. Don’t overcompensate and be excessively harsh to show you’re the master; be firm, keep your ground and correct this unfavorable trait as soon as you see it rearing its ugly head.
Make your authority known by employing a strong and sure tone in your speaking. As you say “Sit!” gently push him down in the said position firmly. You may have to go through several tries with each command, especially in the initial stages. Progression from basic to more advanced obedience training is relatively simpler once your dog recognizes the patterns you’ve set in your teaching classes.
The positive reinforcement method of training is rewarding your dog with treats or accolades for correctly accomplishing the command. It is themost useful way to train your pet; it’s what he comprehends. Applaud your dog every time he does something right. Sometimes, this is easy to overlook but make the extra effort not to. Dogs get confused easily and recognizing good behavior every time will make certain that he will remember what is right.
Conversely, chastise your dog whenever he makes a mistake. Do it during the mistake and not when it is past so the dog will understand the error of his ways. Scolding him will also highlight the difference between what is right from what is wrong. For example, if he starts finding the unidentified dirt on his path interesting enough to ingest, scold him then and there. Then put dog food before him to eat. When he starts eating his own set meal, be lavish in your praise.
