Avoid These 5 Common Mistakes When Training Your Puppy

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So you have your treats and rewards ready. You know how to teach the first basic command step by step. You're ready for your first puppy training session! It should be smooth sailing, right? It could be once you read and avoid these common mistakes that dog parents make when training their pet:

Choosing the wrong time for training

Puppies are fairly easy to teach once you have their attention and interest. Otherwise, you will be wasting your time. Choose to train him when he isn't excited, exploring or tired. An ideal time would be when he's trying to get your attention to play with you - this means that he wants to spend quality time and his focus is on you. Where you hold your training sessions also play a significant part in your success, so be sure to choose a quiet area in your home with the least distractions.

Holding lengthy training sessions

It is important to keep in mind that puppies are like little children - you have to make an effort to get their attention and once you have it, you have to work hard to keep it. Generally, they get bored easily because of their short attention spans. Because of this, long training sessions will never work. Keep the sessions to a maximum of 10 minutes per day. Short but regular ones work best.

Teaching too many things at once

As a pet parent, one of the most important traits we should display is patience. A lot of patience is indeed needed from you when it comes to teaching your dog basic commands and tricks. Teach a basic command one at a time, don't move on to the next until he's mastered the first one. This way, you'll be sure that your pup has really learned and not just following your orders at the time.

Not making training sessions a positive experience

Dogs respond best when trained with a positive attitude and treats. Scolding them when they make mistakes gives them the impression that a training session is a time they shouldn't look forward to. As a result, it will take longer for him to learn and longer for your to achieve your goal.

Not having scheduled feedings

House breaking a pup can be a difficult task especially when you feed him at different times throughout the day. But when you have scheduled feedings - one meal in the morning, one in the afternoon and one at night, it will be easier for you to determine the times your pet has to be taken outside to do his business.

Avoid these 5 common puppy training mistakes and your dog will learn basic commands in no time!