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Why Obedience Training Is Essential

By Garrett McMahan


Studies show that people who own a dog tend to suffer from less depression, have better heart health and might live a bit longer than those with no pets. Of course, a dog is also a great companion that brings plenty of joy to your life, but along with this joy comes some responsibility, and obedience training is one important part of owning a dog.

Sadly, hundreds of thousands of dogs in the U.S. end up in shelters precisely because they were never trained properly. With a little patientience and work, almost all dogs can be taught to behave and to stop exhibiting most types of troublesome behavior. To maximize your enjoyment of your pet, obedience training is a necessary step that will eliminate a host of problems and irritating behavior.

Proper training for obedience includes teaching your dog simple skills such as to stay and sit and lie down on command. Walking your dog also is a lot more pleasant once they have been trained how to walk properly while leashed. You can train your dog to stay quiet or to keep away from furniture and to keep them from jumping on all of your houseguests. These are just a few issues that can be addressed during training.

Untrained dogs easily can be placed in harm's way, but proper training can prevent many catastrophes. You can train your dog not to dash out the door or away from you. This is important because your dog otherwise could run out into traffic or perhaps get into a confrontation with another dog or even a wild animal. Even just scampering away to explore in the brush can cause scratches or be a place where dogs encounter ticks. A dog that knows better than to run off will be safer, and there are many situations where it can be difficult or dangerous to chase after them.

One of the biggest benefits of obedience training is that this process will strengthen the bond between the two of you. Patience, consistent training builds trus, and your dog will see that you are in charge and that you are proud of the progress he is making. A dog loves to please, and they truly feel more secure and comfortable when they know their boundaries and know what type of behavior you expect. In addition, a well-trained dog rarely makes mistakes, which means your overall enjoyment level of the dog is higher and means you won't be impatient or irritated with your pet, which makes everyone happier.

There are many training programs out there to consider, but a DVD dog training program is a great idea because you can train on a schedule that is convenient to you. The Dog's Way is a well-designed dog training program that addresses a host of basic skills that every dog needs to learn in 12 easy-to-follow lessons. In addition to the DVD lessons, there is a helpful workbook and special reminder cards that are great for on-the-go training. So no matter where you are, you can be consistent with training. In addition, those who purchase the DVDs have access to a student-only website with additional tips and techniques.




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