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Having a dog in the home is a time of joy, but it also comes with its fair share of work. Without training your fur baby, it’s likely he’ll grow into a bit of a rascal who is hard to handle. While we don’t want to quash an energetic pups spirit, there has to be some boundaries so he learns what behavior is acceptable and which is not.
Encouraging positive behavior from a young age is a must, with younger dogs learning a lot quicker than older dogs who’ve become set in their ways. Start training your pup as soon as you can and he’ll make your life and his life a lot happier. Here’s 5 ways to encourage positive behavior in your dog.
The best way to stop your dog freaking out when he sees other dogs, is to get him used to meeting other dogs. A good way to do this is at a park where other dogs frequent. Or if you have a friend with a dog, get together on a double date walk. This social interaction helps to burn off excess energy and reduces anxiety when he sees other dogs.
The best way to encourage good behavior is to reward your pup when he is good. When he receives a nice treat for acting positively, he’ll want to repeat this behavior. Make a point of fussing over him when he acts well and few treats will further make him realise good behavior is the way to go.
If your dog is feeling fit and healthy, he’s more likely to act positively. Ensure he gets fed a highly nutritious diet and top up with health supplements where needed. Certain age groups or dogs with specific medical conditions will definitely benefit from supplements. If your dog doesn’t get quality feed, this can affect his behavior. Always check dog food ingredients, to ensure your pup gets a full spectrum of vitamins and minerals.
Exercise and training are super important to keep your pup in a positive state of mind. If he’s got pent up energy, this can result in anxious aggressive behavior. Dogs get bored and restless and will start to act out if they don’t have anything to focus on. Occupy his mind and body with regular training and take him on long, fun walks.
Just like releasing pent up energy is important, teaching your pup to relax is also important. By giving your dog enough exercise, the relaxation part should come naturally as he’ll be ready for it. But if you have a dog with excess energy, reward times when he stays calm to reinforce this behavior. Try getting a regular schedule so he knows when calm time is and he knows when it’s time for action.