Is There Such A Thing As A Bad Dog?
Thursday, April 30th, 2009 | Places
Dogs cannot be bad; it is the handler who is poor. When you are taking a walk down a sidewalk, it is indeed disturbing when a dog grabs at your clean clothes. When your front yard turns into a ready made toilet for your next door neighbor’s dog, it can be equally irritating. These dogs are only as irritating as the children who have not learnt any lessons in life; and you call them bad dogs?
Why blame the animal (or the kids) when the adult who’s supposed to be in charge isn’t acting responsibly? Sensible owners take the help of dog trainers who teaches them proper handling methods without breaking the natural spirit. Either you contact your vet office or pet store to get to meet a trainer or seek online help from a dog training book or from online dog training tips and tackle your pet problem before it goes out of hand. This training could teach owners how to be in command of their pets.
There is a saying amongst trainers however that it is far easier to train dogs than the people that own them! When you want the dog to be leash trained, make them practice in a small area away from other distractions. Both owners and neighbors get angry when they hear barking which although irritating is quite normal behavior. Shouting or punishing your pet for engaging in this normal communication is counterproductive - as well as confusing to the animal.
So why does a dog bark?
Well, just like a young child or baby, it needs attention, food or something to drink. A Dog barking can be good burglar alarm and training them to stop isn’t always a good idea. It is not a good idea having your puppy bark, even during play if you are likely too shout at him when he barks as an adult. Any trainer can teach you skills on how to get the desired conduct from your puppy using the carrot as opposed to the stick.
How do you make your new puppy stop the undesired behavior?
You need to know how to reward your pet so they get the correct message and repeat the desired behavior or cease the less desirable traits. Most important to note: you can not expect a dog to learn certain behaviors which are against his genetic behavioral pattern. In case you are particular about teaching your pet some specific behavioral skills, you should choose one from the breed which would provide you with the type of traits you are searching for.
When does a dog become good?
Good dogs are developed by patience, persistence and kindness.