There is nothing that is as discouraging as finding out that your dog might not be all that you had hoped for. Maybe you had watched your neighbors with their pet for years, thinking and wishing that you had a pet of your own, only to find the experience frustrating when the dog behaves in ways you never anticipated. Well, just as we train our children to behave and to be obedient, the same needs to be done with our canine friends when they are still puppies. It is at that age that you will be able to train them into the type of pet that you want. If you do not teach them how to behave when they are still young, chances are that your experience will be a confusing and frustrating one. Dog training at home has its benefits, some of which are discussed below.
Safe environment
It is important to train your pet in an environment that is safe. You want to avoid a situation where a conflict ensues between your canine friend and other dogs. It is also your responsibility to make sure that the puppy doesn’t run into a road that is busy or harm itself in any way.
You can protect your home
Untrained pets can cause havoc in your house; from going to the toilet anywhere to chewing their way through everything they can get their paws on. They can also make other people living in the house or guests feel uncomfortable because of their behavior. Teaching your puppy how to behave in a home setting will ensure that your pet treats your home and people in the house with respect. You will not have to worry about unnecessary home repairs.
Building a relationship
If the pet is going to be a part of your life or family for years to come, it is important to develop that long lasting connection from the word go. This important connection is developed by spending a lot of time with your puppy and making sure that boundaries are created early on. It is possible to develop a mutual respect with your canine friend. However, it is best to work on this relationship when they are still young.
They behave better in public
Walking your dog is not only beneficial to your pet, it is also beneficial to you as you will also be exercising. However, if you don’t train your canine friend well, walking together will not be a pleasant experience. You can train your puppy and build its confidence so that it will be comfortable around other people and animals. Dog training at home takes time, but it is worth it in the end.
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