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From the moment you bring your new puppy into your horne. she is learning how to got along with your farnily, a species entirely different from her own. If your instruction is vague and inconsistent. her confusion about what is acceptable will manifest itself in undersirable behavior and mischief. If you spend time teaching her what is expected of her, you will be rewarded with at well-mannered pet that becomes a beloved member of your family. As l often tell my students, you get what you reinforce. If you pay attention to what your dog is doing right, you'll reap rewards of a well-behawed dog.
Teaching tricks is about having fun and being a little silly, but it can also greatly benefit a frustrated owner and an overactive dog. Teaching your dog to roll over, play dead. or sit may seem a bit frivolous until you realize that in order to do those tricks your ting must have some basic understanding of the Sit or Lie Down command. Teaching tricks to succeed, and make sure that you end on a positive note. it won`t be long before your dog thinks that working with you is better than anything else in the world.
The Importance of Consistency
Practicing on a regular basis is important if you want to become a good trainer and you want to accomplish the goals you've established for your dog. Designating a time to practice several times a week ensures that you will have lots of opportunities to experiment with techniques, and your dog will have lots of time to get the hang of working with you.
If you have e problem. or a new trick. Success will come more easily il you block out specific times during the week and give yourself permission to drop everything for your dog. As you get good at including training in your weekly routine ( or daily routine if your dog is young and learning the basics of living politely with humans), you will realize how easy the whole process is. You`l| also appreciate how much fun it is In have a dog that works with you because she enjoys it.

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