Dog training is a universal skill that individuals who wish to raise a dog or dogs, as part of the family, should acquire. Some dogs learn quickly and others are slower. There are a number of ways to train your dog, and the following will help you along your journey to attaining the skills you need.

Dog-proof your home if you know that your dog is prone to chewing and biting everything in sight if the family is away. If you do not want to crate your dog, you will need to act as if there is an infant inside your home and eliminate access to things that your pet dog could get into when you're absent.

Explore how you can show your dog leadership in a way that a dog understands. Pet dogs are not human beings, and don't think as human beings do. Not being aware of the best way to teach leadership to a canine, allows him to believe he is your leader. If you confuse your pet, it might stress him and cause him to act out in negative ways such as barking continuously, biting, or tearing up your property.

To keep your pet dog from biting at furnishings or people, or scratching at doors, spray him or her with a bottle of water. This will train your dog that there are certain behaviors that are inappropriate. Quickly your pet dog will stop these behaviors and you'll have a playful but obedient dog.

If your dog has a problem with play biting or excitement nipping, try giving him the cold shoulder. Mouthing dogs are just responding to their enthusiasm, so cutting off attention will give him the signal that this is an incorrect way to show he's pleased. With consistency across members of the home, excitement mouthing could be a thing of the past.

Having a well behaved dog can make all the difference when it comes to your pet experience. Disobedient dogs have a tendency to make a mess of our lives and our daily schedules. This article has given you some fantastic tips to help make your family pet an appreciated and cherished family member.