4 Big No-no's in Dog Training

1. Not having the right breed of dog for the type of person you are.

Little do people know that this huge fact has a lot to do with training your new friend; Let us say for example: If you are an active person, you will most likely be compatible with an active breed of dog, or if you are an inactive person, you would most likely be compatible with an inactive breed of dog; It is not going to work out if you are a couch potato and have a dog that loves the out doors. Nor is it going to work out if you are always in the outdoors and your buddy is unable to keep up. Basically, you would want a breed to fit your lifestyle, either it be active, inactive, or what ever your lifestyle maybe.

No matter what breed of dog you are interested in, or the type of person you are; I recommend doing research for the type of characteristics you want in your dog. Decide if you are able to give the dog an active or inactive lifestyle. Then make a reasonable decision. After that, also keep in mind about money expenses for vet bills, food, treats, and toys. Last but not least, you will need patience, dedication, more patience, and more patience.

2. No rubbing their noses in their accidents!
There is no excuse for this. This makes me furious. It does not matter if they are puppies to fully trained, "should have known better" adult dogs. Accidents happen. I know for a fact no one would do that to a baby or a child. Do not give yourself that crap about that they are dogs and babies are people. It does not make it OK. They are still living babies.
They as babies need to be taught in a non-threatening or non violent environment. No need for yelling, spanking, or any of that. It simply does not work and it is cruel. Calmly clean up the mess and take your dog outside reward with appraises when they go potty outside. It is easier than you think. You need patience and sometimes lots of patience. In time they will get it and they won't be afraid of you. What has helped me and my dogs is kennel training. This method is normally used when you are going to bed or not home for a short period of time. But always take your buddy outside to potty frequently. Thus it is not good for their bladder.

3. No yelling, scolding, or extreme loudness with hostility.
This act only frightens them and makes them afraid of you. This I do admit I have some problems with just like all of us do. I tend to have a heavy tone in my voice when correcting my dogs. I am not saying do not correct your dog(s), but there are better ways to discipline with out putting fear into them.
Dogs are very keen on reading body movements, the anger in the tones of ones voice, and their intent. They sense things that we may not be aware of. All in all, I suggest body language and the tone of voice is at a low threatening manor. You want them to understand the command "NO" and the reason behind it with out scaring him/her.

4. No violence!
This includes tapping, poking, smacking, hitting, striking, kicking, punching, grabbing, throwing, tossing, or any illicit act of inhumane violence. There is absolutely no reason of any kind for this behavior. Please for the sake of the animals and yourself... If you have committed any of these acts; you need to seek therapeutic help. Seriously folks this is no joke. No way in any shape or form should any of these acts be committed. These loving dogs need to be taught love and care from day one. Needed patience and dedication and more patience is highly required. Teach them, do not beat them.

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