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Forging That Dog-Human Bond

By Sara Reighard


A new dog is a wonderful addition to just about any household. These furry friends are fun and loyal and loving, providing your family with an excellent companion. However, this new addition probably will need some time in order to truly become part of the family. This process can be made easier by following these helpful tips.

Dogs have their own special way of communication though having your dog speak and tell you what they feel and need would be quite convenient. Some dogs have a happy temperament and are ready for love and play right away while others need to adjust to the new surroundings. A dog's body language is important and it is ideal to learn and study their cues. Tucking their tale or cowering from you is an often display of timidity on the dogs and puppies. Using a gentle and soothing tone of voice while approaching them slowly, is one way to make them feel at ease. Sit on the floor while you pat your leg and hold your hand out loosely and let them come over and sniff you and get to know you. Quite praises should be given to make them feel comfortable especially when they accept a pat or some form of affection.

Dogs and children thrive on routine, so get your dog on a schedule right away. When your dog knows what to expect, this makes them feel secure. If possible, keep bathroom schedules, walking schedules and feeding schedules the same all of the time. This is especially important at first when you are housebreaking your dog. Obviously, we cannot maintain the same schedule 100% of the time, but in those beginnings weeks, try your best to create a routine and stick with it.

Understanding your dog's problematic behavior plays an important role in the communication process between you and your dog. Whether your dog is destroying household items or scratching at furniture, it is important to find its underlying causes. A chewed up shoe or ruined sofas can be a possible outcome when dogs have lots of energy but has no outlet to spend. An improvement to their behavior can be seen when activities such as walking and playtime is provided to your dogs. Crating your dog can be a good way to ensure that they do not damage your property while you are out during the first few weeks or months especially since leaving them alone at home can make them anxious.

One of the best ways to quickly seal a bond between the two of you is through dog training. Proper dog training provides a way for the two of you to spend time together, learning about each other. In addition, your dog will learn the rules of your home as well as how to behave when away from home. All of this will keep your dog safe and also make life with a new dog easier and more enjoyable. After all, it's hard to enjoy a dog that barks constantly, jumps on people, darts away or won't come when you call him.

Consider contacting Seattle Family Dog Training whenever you need dog training in Seattle. In as little as five weeks, you can have your dog behaving properly with patience and commitment. Owners are given the tools to teach their dogs the rules of the house as well as teaching them how to walk on a loose lease, teaching them to sit and stay, to obey boundaries and much more through this Seattle dog training program.




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