A key component of being a responsible dog owner is being able to perform simple obedience commands. These fundamental instructions make managing the relationship between an animal and their owner much simpler and keep you and your pet safe in an emergency.

Basic training can appear either very simple or incredibly tough to an outsider. Recognize that training can be quite time-consuming. Recognize that any dog can pick up at least the most fundamental commands. When training their dogs, dog owners occasionally encounter obstacles. Try not to lose patience. First-time owners or those who need help teaching instructions or addressing troublesome behaviors benefit from consulting a professional trainer. Never be afraid to seek assistance!

Even if you aren't practicing any challenging or “fancy” feast, training requires a lot of time and patience. Being a responsible pet owner means properly socializing and training your pet. Please evaluate how much time you will need to invest to ensure that you have a happy, healthy, well-socialized, and well-trained animal before contemplating adoption.

Finally, owning a dog and even training them should be enjoyable! Be lighthearted and ensure that you both enjoy yourself so that you will look forward to future sessions.

WHAT IS REQUIRED

1. A dog!

2. When you are beginning training your dog, a distraction-free space where you may practise. Moving to more distractible settings, such as the outdoors, as you and your dog become command experts will help your dog's ability to concentrate on you and the commands.

3. Rewards like candy or a toy. Find a solution that both you and your dog can use. Some dogs are completely driven by food, while others choose toys and playtime as rewards. Take into account the size of the treats you utilize during training as well! Smaller treats are preferable for training because larger ones rapidly make a dog satiated.

4. A small training leash and a larger leash for long-distance work.

5. Reasonable objectives!

Expecting to complete it after a few tries is unrealistic. It takes a long time to teach and perfect some commands.

Try to keep training sessions to a maximum of 15 minutes.

Both you and your dog will have frustrated moments. Simply switch to another or a command that is more well-known when you are having trouble with one. Later, go back to the one you're having trouble with.

Always wrap up your workout with a smile. This keeps both you and your pet's training enjoyable. Your dog will be eager to practise the following time!

SIT ORDER

1. Ensure you have a treat in your hand and your dog's full attention. Holding your hand just above your dog's head, stand or kneel in front of them.

2. Slowly move the treat straight back over the dog's head and in the direction of the tail to direct your dog into place. Your dog should have his back to the ground and his nose pointed upward.

3. As the dog sat down, command “Sit” loudly and gesture in the manner shown in Figure 2.

4. Reward your dog with a goodie and some praise, such as “Good sit,” as soon as he or she assumes the desired position.

5. If your dog is having problems understanding, you can guide them by giving them a soft pat on the back or a few light taps on the hip to assist hint at what you're asking while you continue to lead them with your treat. Never exert pressure or force someone into a position.

(*Please note that in the past, I supported pushing a dog's hips gently, but as a dog owner, I've come to realise that it's best to refrain from doing so for a number of reasons, including the possibility that the dog may be sensitive or in pain without your knowledge.

I've discovered that all it takes to help a dog understand what you're trying to accomplish is a little soft touching or pointing in the direction of the action.

If you still have trouble, I advise finding a qualified trainer that uses strategies like gentle training and positive reinforcement.)

DOWN ORDER

Your dog should be familiar with the Sit command before doing this trick. Since your dog must assume a highly submissive posture, this command may be a little trickier to master.

1. Kneel in front of your dog when it is seated in the Sit position.

2. Guide your dog by holding a treat in front of his nose and lowering it gradually to the ground. Say “Down” firmly while making the gesture indicated in Picture 2.

3. Your dog might just slouch as he descends. If this occurs, you can help your dog by moving the treat in either direction as needed.

4. As soon as your dog is lying down correctly, give him a treat and lots of praise.

5. You can use your hand on your dog's shoulders and a little tap to physically help him into the Down posture if you are having problems getting him there. Repeat the order and keep rewarding the guidance with treats. Never force a dog into anything. As soon as your dog lands on the floor, praise him.

(*Please note that in the past I supported giving a dog a gentle push on the shoulders, but as a dog owner I have learnt that it is better to refrain from doing so for a number of reasons, including the possibility that a dog may be sensitive or in pain without your knowledge.

I've discovered that all it takes to help a dog understand what you're trying to accomplish is a little soft touching or pointing in the direction of the action.

If you still have trouble, I advise finding a qualified trainer that uses strategies like gentle training and positive reinforcement.)

STAY IN CHARGE

Your dog should be able to perform the Sit or Lay commands before learning this command. To help with training, you will require both a short lead (6′) and a longer lead.

1. Put your dog in a sit or down position to start.

2. While firmly commanding your dog to “Stay,” make the hand signal shown in Picture 2 in front of them.

3. Step back a little bit while maintaining eye contact with your dog.

4. If your dog maintains his position, move away from him and give him praise and a treat while he is still sitting. You can gradually increase the lead length and distance as your dog's responsiveness improves. You can eventually start exercising your dog off-leash in a secure area.

5. If your dog strays from its position, lead him or her back to where they were sitting and try again.

COME ORDER

Your dog should be familiar with the commands “Sit” or “Down” and “Stay” before you start working on this one. For this command, a longer lead will be required.

1. Walk a few yards away from the dog on the long lead while it is in the Sit or Lay and Stay position.

2. Say “Come” firmly yet amiably while making the gesture in the picture. 2. Avoid tugging on the lead.

If your dog is reluctant to approach you while you are standing, consider stooping to their level to make them more comfortable. Return to working while standing up after they are more at ease obeying the command.

3. As soon as your dog approaches you, give him a treat and some encouragement.

4. As your dog gets better, you can start practising off-leash in a secure environment. Return to utilising the long lead if your dog won't come when called off-leash until he starts doing it appropriately and regularly.

Any dog owner should know this command, but anyone interested in training with their dogs off-leash should pay extra attention. Avoid rushing into off-leash situations before the command has been mastered and your dog has demonstrated reliability; doing so could put your dog or other people in danger.

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