The do's and don'ts when socializing your puppy

Now that you are the brand new mother or father of a new pup, you need to ensure that it grows in to a well adjusted, obedient and healthy dog. The very first stage of your journey will be to make certain your pup gets socialized. Socialization will be the basis for how your dog handles aggression and obedience. Listed here are a couple of suggestions to bear in mind on your journey.

When it's time for your pup to interact with other animals or people you must make sure that this is done as calmly and peacefully as possible. You do not want to make your pups first experiences scary or confusing. Ensure that your puppy is in a safe environment that he will not be frightened in.

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Why crate training is so essential when training puppies

Just to state the obvious, the first thing you need to do when you bring home your new puppy or dog, is make them feel comfortable in their new home. Introduce them to the whole house and household members, the backyard and the neighborhood. It is essential that they socialize and begin basic training. For many, this includes the crate training method. Some dog owners love it, while others could never dream of it. The choice is yours. However, crate training is one of the most effective ways to introduce your pup or dog to its new home.

Crate training is among the most efficient methods to introduce your pup or new dog to its new environment. Crating is definitely an efficient technique of training simply because it incorporates the dog's natural instinct of nesting with getting them to do something you want. It's much easier than trying to force them to do something.

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Tips to help with potty training your dog

No matter what kind of a dog you have, one of the most difficult tasks you will be faced with is potty training your dog. As with kids, it takes time to potty train your dog and help them learn where the appropriate place to go to the bathroom is. If you are going to have any luck at all, you have to start by taking them out frequently.

When you first get your puppy or new dog, you want to get in the habit of taking them outside as much as possible. This will help them learn that outside is where they go to the bathroom. Instead of just going inside, they will quickly realize where the appropriate place to go to the bathroom is.

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What you need to know about dog collars

One of the most common questions that many people have about the training process is the best type of equipment to be used.

This is certainly understandable as a major component in successful training is the equipment that you use. There are many types of dog collars, leashes, muzzles, and crates.

Here is a short list of the most popular types of dog collars on the market and why each one is different.

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Does your dog have separation anxiety?

Does your dog miss you too much when you're away at work, shopping, visiting or whatever? It's normal for them to miss you some, and it's not uncommon for them to have some serious problems with being left alone. This can cause you both some distress.

If they go over the top when left on their own, they probably have what's commonly known as separation anxiety, which is also common in small children. Here are some ideas to help you both cope when you're away and make it easier.

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