{"id":3466,"date":"2021-07-06T09:03:22","date_gmt":"2021-07-06T14:03:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usserviceanimals.org\/blog\/?p=3466"},"modified":"2022-12-30T03:48:46","modified_gmt":"2022-12-30T09:48:46","slug":"dog-obedience-training","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usserviceanimals.org\/blog\/dog-obedience-training\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything You Need to Know About Dog Obedience Training"},"content":{"rendered":"

Obedience training is necessary for any puppy to become a well-mannered adult dog, but it\u2019s especially important if you\u2019re hoping your pup can become a service dog. Service dogs are taken into many different settings where companion dogs aren\u2019t allowed, so it\u2019s vital that they are well-behaved and obedient.<\/p>\n

Obedience training doesn\u2019t happen overnight, though. Your puppy is going to be curious and rambunctious, so teaching them which behaviors are acceptable and which aren\u2019t is a process. This process is one you can undertake alone or with an experienced dog trainer, and we\u2019ll talk about the pros and cons of each.<\/p>\n

Whether you train your dog yourself or with the help of a trainer, you must use the right training methods and rewards. You also cannot forget socialization and handling; these aren\u2019t typically thought of as obedience training, but they\u2019re very important to raising a well-behaved dog.<\/p>\n

They\u2019re just as vital to your pup\u2019s training as actual commands, which we\u2019ll also be sharing. While your dog will learn several skills over time, there are five basic commands that we feel are most important to teach puppies. Along with these, we\u2019ll help you troubleshoot some common behavior issues. This article will cover everything you need to know to successfully obedience train your puppy.<\/p>\n

Should You Hire a Trainer or Do It Yourself?<\/h2>\n

When it comes to training your dog, you have a few options. Each one has its pros and cons. First, you have to decide whether you\u2019d like to work with a trainer or train your dog yourself. Working with a trainer can sometimes be expensive, but it means you have an expert who can help you successfully train your dog the skills you\u2019re interested in.<\/p>\n

It is possible to train a dog by yourself without hiring a trainer. One of the main benefits of this is that it is cost-efficient; it isn\u2019t uncommon to spend hundreds of dollars on dog trainers. You can also train on your schedule; this is great for people who have unpredictable schedules and can\u2019t make it to classes every week.<\/p>\n

Of course, training by yourself means you have no one to ask questions to if you get stuck. You\u2019ll also have to find opportunities for your dog to meet other dogs and people, which is a lot easier if you attend group training classes.<\/p>\n

Try a Trainer<\/h3>\n

If you hire a trainer you\u2019ll have someone to keep you accountable; sometimes, when we have no one to answer to, we get lazy and skip dog training more nights than we should. Not only will you want to meet your trainer\u2019s expectations, but you won\u2019t want to waste money, so you\u2019ll be more likely to work on your dog\u2019s training at home.<\/p>\n

If you don\u2019t have much experience with training dogs, then it\u2019s best to hire a trainer or attend training classes. Making mistakes can hinder your dog\u2019s learning and even result in unwanted behaviors.<\/p>\n

Speaking of training classes, let\u2019s discuss the different options available to you if you do decide to work with a dog trainer.<\/p>\n

What Kind of Dog Training Should I Choose?<\/h2>\n

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When it comes to working with trainers, there are usually a few different options available. Some trainers will come to your home to work with you, others host group classes, and some offer packages of both. Once again, there are pros and cons to each approach.<\/p>\n

One-On-One Training<\/h3>\n

Trainers that work with you in your home are a convenient option, as they give you and your dog 100% of their attention. This makes it easy to focus only on the skills you want your dog to learn. Sometimes, group classes may teach skills you\u2019re not particularly interested in.<\/p>\n

Group Classes<\/h3>\n

Group classes provide much less one-on-one attention, but they teach your dog how to listen and behave around distractions. They also allow your dog to socialize with different dogs and people. Many rescue organizations like the Humane Society offer group classes at reasonable prices.<\/p>\n

Some trainers offer the best of both worlds. They give you a number of one-on-one courses with group training stitched in between. This allows you to focus on specific skills during private lessons but still teach your dog to behave amid distractions during group lessons.<\/p>\n

Dog Boarding School<\/h3>\n

You can also choose to send your dog to boarding school. Your dog will live with the trainer for some months and learn proper behavior as well as any skills you wish for your dog to learn. While this type of training often results in very obedient dogs because they\u2019ve been trained by experts from day one, the downside is that you don\u2019t get to be a part of your puppy\u2019s life during this time.<\/p>\n

Boarding is a great option if you struggle to find time to train your dog yourself. However, once they are returned to you fully trained, you should continue practicing the skills your pup learned at the boarding school. As the saying goes, \u201cif you don\u2019t use it, you lose it.\u201d This is true for dogs, too.<\/p>\n

Choosing the Right Trainer<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019ve decided that working with a trainer is the best option for you, then you need to pick the right one. Nothing feels worse than spending hundreds of dollars on training that is ineffective, or worse, inhumane. This is why you should research any trainer or classes you\u2019re interested in.<\/p>\n

See if there are any reviews online; many trainers and schools have Facebook pages where clients leave reviews. You should also call and ask questions about what training methods they use and what equipment is needed, if any.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t be afraid to sit in on a training session, if possible. This will show you exactly what the trainer is about, how effective their methods are, and how they troubleshoot things like behavior problems.<\/p>\n

The Best Training Methods Are Force-Free<\/h2>\n

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Regardless of whether you train your dog yourself or pay a trainer, the methods used are incredibly important. The best methods for training dogs are entirely force-free<\/a>. This means no choke chains or prong collars, no shock collars, no hitting, and no alpha-rollovers.<\/p>\n

Training a dog with force will damage your relationship and will only teach your dog to fear you. In worst-case scenarios, your dog may even react aggressively in defense. Would you rather your dog listen to you because she\u2019s afraid of getting hit or because she finds listening to you to be fun and rewarding? This is the difference between forceful and force-free training.<\/p>\n

Force-free training is an umbrella term for any type of training that doesn\u2019t require force. However, the most prominent is positive reinforcement training. This type of training hinges on rewarding your dog for doing something right and withholding rewards or even ignoring your dog for incorrect actions.<\/p>\n

Positive reinforcement creates an association in the dog\u2019s brain that listening to you is fun and rewarding, which in turn makes your dog more motivated to listen to you in the future.<\/p>\n

Consider Clicker Training<\/h3>\n

While many trainers use rewards and praise as their main tool for teaching dogs, another popular mode of positive reinforcement training is clicker training<\/a>. For this, you use a device called a clicker that makes a unique clicking sound. The clicker is used to mark the exact moment your dog performs the behavior you were looking for.<\/p>\n

By pairing the sound of the clicker with a reward, a dog can understand exactly what behavior results in said reward. Of course, you must click at the exact moment that your dog performs the desired action. The precision with which you can mark behaviors is the reason that clicker training is so effective and thus a favorite method of many trainers.<\/p>\n

Choosing the Right Reward<\/h2>\n

The rewards you use are just as important as the method. If your dog is not motivated by what you have to offer, then you\u2019re not going to get very far. Any trainer you work with should understand this and be flexible with rewards.<\/p>\n

Most dogs fall into two categories, however: food-motivated and play-motivated. Food-motivated dogs are some of the easiest to train because they will do anything for a treat. However,\u00a0 you should still vary the treats you use to keep things interesting and exciting for your pup. Play-motivated dogs can be a bit more challenging at first, but once you understand what type of toys they love, you\u2019ll have an easier time.<\/p>\n

For these dogs, It\u2019s also helpful to keep a few special toys that are used only for training. Dogs do lose interest in their toys. When you manage this resource and make it something they only have access to for a short amount of time, it becomes more desirable and exciting. Having a few special training toys is better as you can rotate them and avoid having your dog grow bored of you always using the same one.<\/p>\n

Teaching Walking Skills<\/h2>\n

Rewarding your dog is all about understanding what motivates them. If you take your dog for a walk but you have no treats or toys, you can still teach them to walk nicely by using their motivation to your advantage.<\/p>\n

Dogs who are walking want to keep moving in a certain direction, so you can stop or even turn around if the dog pulls. Basically, your dog will learn that as long as the leash is loose you keep moving; if it goes taut, then you either stop moving or move away from your dog\u2019s desire.<\/p>\n

Choosing the right reward for your pet requires you to ask yourself what your dog wants and decide if you can give it to them as a reward for good behavior. Sometimes, you can\u2019t \u2014 we don\u2019t want our dog chasing the squirrel they\u2019re pulling toward \u2014 but many times, as is the case with treats, toys, and moving forward during a walk, you can.<\/p>\n

Socialization and Handling<\/h2>\n

A training course that\u2019s worth your money will also cover handling and socialization<\/a>. The first three months of your dog\u2019s life are a critical period. During this time, your dog can learn to habituate sights, sounds, people, and other animals. These things will become normal to them as long as they aren\u2019t paired with anything negative.<\/p>\n

This is why it is a must to get your dog used to as many different types of people as possible. You\u2019ll also want to take them to different places to expose them to different settings.<\/p>\n

Although socialization will continue to occur until the dog is about a year old, the first three months are the most critical time. After these three months, your dog is far more likely to respond to stimuli they have never encountered before with fear. During these three months, however, you can think of your dog as far more curious and open-minded.<\/p>\n

You can almost consider handling a type of socialization because you are doing it to get your dog used to certain sensations. For instance, you\u2019ll want to touch and pick up your dog\u2019s feet to get them used to this process since you will have to cut their nails in the future. You\u2019ll also want to practice trimming the nails.<\/p>\n

Make Sure They\u2019re Clean and Happy<\/h3>\n

Other important handling includes checking and brushing the teeth as well as grooming and bathing the dog\u2019s fur. Any tool you plan to use on your dog, whether it be shears or a nail grinder, needs to be used on them within the same three-month period mentioned. Otherwise, you\u2019ll have a hard time with things in the future.<\/p>\n

Handling your dog is so important for making trips to the vet or the groomer as painless as possible (for both the professional and your dog). Some groomers will even charge less for well-behaved dogs because they do not need help from an assistant.<\/p>\n

The Five Most Important Basic Obedience Skills<\/h2>\n

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Now that you have a better understanding of the options you have for dog training and the best methods you can use, let\u2019s talk about what you should be teaching your dog. We\u2019ll explain why these commands are so important.<\/p>\n

Sit<\/h3>\n

\u201cSit\u201d is one of the easiest commands for a dog to learn, which is why it\u2019s often the first command many pups learn. It\u2019s also a very helpful skill for your dog to have. It can be used to put your dog in a calm position and is also great for times when you want a little personal space (we\u2019re guilty of letting our dogs beg, and \u201csit\u201d is a must for these moments).<\/p>\n

Come<\/h3>\n

The \u201ccome\u201d command is possibly the most important command for your dog to learn. A strong come recall can save your dog\u2019s life. Imagine your dog is chasing a ball or a squirrel and is going to run into a busy street. If you call \u201ccome\u201d and your dog immediately obeys the command, they are no longer in danger.<\/p>\n

Having a dog that comes reliably also makes it more likely that the dog can be trusted off-leash in appropriate areas. A dog who can be off-leash is a joy to have, especially if you enjoy outdoor activities like hiking or swimming.<\/p>\n

Stay<\/h3>\n

Stay is another very useful command that can be used in a variety of situations. For instance, let\u2019s say there\u2019s some sort of mess in your house that needs to be cleaned immediately, and you don\u2019t want the dog walking through it. A dog who has mastered this command will stay in place until you\u2019re finished cleaning.<\/p>\n

Leave It<\/h3>\n

\u201cLeave it\u201d is another command that could potentially be lifesaving. Unfortunately, people litter, and there have even been cases of people purposefully leaving out items that are dangerous for dogs. If you spot something that your dog is interested in, but you don\u2019t want them picking up or eating, you can use the \u201cleave it\u201d command so your dog will leave it alone.<\/p>\n

Much like the come command, \u201cleave it\u201d can also be used to get your dog to stop running after something. The difference is that \u201cleave it\u201d only asks your dog to stop chasing rather than to run back to you. Still, this can also be lifesaving (for both your dog and the animal they were about to catch).<\/p>\n

Drop It<\/h3>\n

Even if your dog knows the \u201cleave it\u201d command, there will be times that they pick up things you don\u2019t want them to have. Sometimes, you\u2019re unable to use \u201cleave it\u201d because you didn\u2019t see the item before your dog did. In these cases, you can teach your dog the \u201cdrop it\u201d command so they\u2019ll spit out whatever they\u2019ve got.<\/p>\n

Some people like to use the word \u201cgive\u201d instead, and either command can be trained so that your dog drops things directly into your hand. This is great if your dog loves playing fetch but you hate constantly bending over to pick up their ball.<\/p>\n

Common Behavior Issues<\/h2>\n

As you work on obedience training you may see your dog developing some behaviors you aren\u2019t happy with. This is very common and is often a result of the dog\u2019s excitement or curiosity. Some common behavior issues include jumping, counter surfing, and garbage raiding.<\/p>\n

Jumping<\/h3>\n

Jumping typically happens when your dog is excited about you or your guests entering the house. Many people default to telling their dogs \u201cno,\u201d but dogs are much better at learning what they should do than what they shouldn\u2019t do.<\/p>\n

Therefore, it\u2019s best to teach your dog an appropriate behavior that they should do in situations that excite them. You can teach the command \u201coff\u201d and ignore your dog for jumping by turning your back. Do not offer any attention until all four paws are on the floor. You can also use \u201csit\u201d or \u201cdown\u201d to teach your puppy to sit calmly when people arrive.<\/p>\n

Counter Surfing and Garbage Raiding<\/h3>\n

Counter surfing and garbage raiding can be more difficult to address if your dog is able to take something from these areas; they get rewarded with whatever they steal (usually food). Commands like \u201coff\u201d and \u201cleave it\u201d can be helpful in these situations, but prevention is even better.<\/p>\n

If you keep your dog from discovering the delicious things in the garbage, then it\u2019ll be easier to teach them to stay away from the garbage. We suggest keeping your puppy tethered to you or always in the same room. Giving a young puppy too much freedom gives them too many opportunities to get into things they shouldn\u2019t and develop bad habits.<\/p>\n

You should also invest in a garbage can with a latching lid; dogs can easily nose open the lid on step-on garbages. Similarly, don\u2019t leave food out on the counter. It is an unnecessary temptation for your puppy.<\/p>\n

Obedience Training Is for Every Puppy<\/h2>\n

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Every puppy needs obedience training to become a well-mannered member of the family. Obedience is even more important for puppies that will become service dogs as they need to behave in many different settings.<\/p>\n

In terms of who trains your dog and where they are trained, you have a few options. You can either work with a trainer or do it yourself. Trainers may offer one-on-one lessons, group classes, or even boarding.<\/p>\n

Hiring a trainer is valuable because they are experts who have worked with a number of dogs on many different behavioral skills. Of course, doing the training all by yourself means you save a lot of money, but there may be some skills you struggle with depending on how experienced you are.<\/p>\n

Regardless of what you choose, the best methods for training dogs are force-free. Using force with your dog can result in fear and even aggression and will only serve to damage the bond between you and your furbaby. Focus on positive-reinforcement-based training instead. While basic obedience commands are important, don\u2019t forget to work on socialization and handling, too.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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