Dog Training: How To Stop The Chewing Problem by Amy
Howells
Many people have begun the task of getting there dog or
puppy into a dog training school. There are a lot of aspects
that are gone over in dog training classes. Unfortunately,
one part of dog training that is not gone over very well
in dog training classes is chewing.
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It is hard to go over a chewing problem
in dog training classes because dogs often have nothing
to chew on or destroy while in the class! If you are
one of those people who are in dog training classes,
but you still need help with chewing, please read on.
This type of dog training can be for dogs young
and old. Many people find this part of dog training
to be more common in puppies. But older dogs have
been know to need this type of dog training because
they love to chew things up while their owners are
away!
To begin this type of dog training, you must first
realize that all dogs chew. Dogs need to chew. So
when you begin, make sure you have several things
that are ok for your dog to chew on. Then begin your
dog training by keeping all of your dogs chewing
toys in one location. |
This way, your dog will learn to associate this spot with
his or her chew toys. You must do this in order for this
type of dog training to work. Try to have the dog toys in
a "toy box" for your dog.
During this dog training, never spank or hit your dog if
you catch it chewing on something it is not allowed to. Instead,
for effective dog training, praise your dog and pet it when
it chews on what it is supposed to chew on.
It has been shown that dogs respond much better to positive
praise and positive dog training. If the dog continues to
chew on things that it shouldn't, verbally reprimand it.
Your tone of voice will be enough punishment and is the only
punishment necessary for this kind of dog training.
Another method of dog training you can try is to put a
taste deterrent on the items your dog shouldn't chew. This
Dog Training chew deterrent is called "bitter apple" and
it is available at most pet stores.
These are the most effective means of dog training that
will teach your dog not to chew on inappropriate things.
If you follow all of these aspects, your dog training should
go more smoothly.
Dog training can be a fun and rewarding experience...as
long as all of your favorite things aren't chewed up in the
process! Keep calm and be patient to achieve good results.
About the Author
Amy Howells is an expert dog trainer who runs a website
dedicated to teaching people how to train their dog or puppy
in just 21 days. Visit http://www.dog-owner.net/training.htm for
more info.
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