WHY YOU SHOULD TRAIN YOUR DOG(part 4)

SIT-One of the easiest commands of all,it can be mastered quite quickly.Simply raise a treat over the dog's head and he wont have any choice but to sit.If a treat wont do it,encourage sitting by gently pressing down on his behind.while you do either of these techniques,say,'SIT' and,before long,the word will be associated with the action.Now that our furry friend can do the basics,it's time for higher educaation.As always,patience and repetition is the key to success.

FETCH-This may start out as a game at first,but it can soon become helpfull to you.To get started,catch his attention with a preffered toy.Throw it away from him and,while the dog is going toward the toy,shout'FETCH'.Wait until the dog returns the object and releases it in your hands.If the dog does not return straight to you,tug on the leash and try it again until he catches on.

SHAKE-Prepare your pet and show him how to offer a proper hand shake.once the canine is sitting,show him a treat to hold his attention.next,pick up one of his paws loosley,so as to not make him feel threatened,and say,'SHAKE'.Offer him treat and repeat the exercise until the dog present his paw on command

Treat the dog humanely,never hurting it or inflicting undue punishment.You need to be patient and calm,just like with a child.Correct the misbehaviour with out losing your temper.Your voice must be stern when commanding your pup.but you shold not shouat as it can stress the animal.Work routinely and diligently with your pup and you will definitley reap the rewards.a trained dog is much more fun to play with.