A quick way to solve dog behavior problems

Dear Dog Lover,

Consistent training not only involves the dominant master, but all others in the family. The dog should be handled the same way by all. The same words should be used by everyone associated with the dog each time a command is given and the same reward or consequence should be used by everyone every time the dog does not behave as desired. Failure to establish this hierarchy will result in the dog having a middle rank with some family members equal to or below him in rank. Therefore, those family members will not be able to control the dog. One way to establish the people as alpha consistently is called "social reinforcement".

These five key rules will help you establish that you are the leader in your dog's life. Remember, all members of your family need to participate to make this successful.

1. Never let your dog lead. You and your family lead. Your dog must always follow. For example, do not reward your dog's begging at the table with a bite.

2. Do not compromise with your dog. For example, if you want him to perform a desired behavior, don't just give up and walk away when he does not perform. Instead, use some type of reinforcement to show the dog his behavior was not correct, such as withholding the treat or toy.

3. You and your family should always initiate interaction with your Dog and terminate it. If you are in a conversation with another family member or friend and your dog comes and nuzzles you for attention, simply make your dog lie down and ignore him until you are done with your conversation and ready to pay attention to your dog. Then tell your dog to come over and reward him with attention.

4. Avoid tending to your dog's every desire. The handler that gives a dog an extra treat, just because he's cute, is actually confusing the dog by allowing it to lead the handler. Reward should only be given for desired behavior, and should never be given just because.

5. When spending time with your Dog, pet, talk and touch it often to help establish trust. This will help establish the trust needed to truly set you forth as the leader. For example, when you are obedience training your dog, each time he does the right thing, praise him and rub him (on top of his head or along his side for small to medium breeds but under the chin for large breeds). This type of touch and praise encourages the dog to look at you and listen to you.

The quicker you realize that the dog does not really exhibit human emotions as we think they do, the sooner you will be able to move forward in establishing a healthy relationship with your dog. Firm, but not overbearing, is important. Mix the firmness with fairness, love and affection and you will establish your leadership and respect with the dog.

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Video 7 - Problems with Digging: What to place in your yard if your dog is obsessed with digging.

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Nancy Richards President Dog Training Institute