We're gonna learn some tips on how to quickly & easily train your pooch to behave like a "good boy" in and out of the house.

Here are some things all dog owners need to understand about all dogs.

1) Dogs are not humans. So we can't expect them to immediately understand your instructions especially if you're dealing with a puppy. Therefore, we need to be vigilant and most of all patient(if you've allowed your dog to develop very bad habits, it will take a heck of a lot more time and patience to fix it!)

2) Dogs need structure. A good routine helps them to feel happier and more fulfilled.

3) Dogs need clear direction. It is important to make sure that your dog knows what's expected of him and what's not!

4) Older dogs are harder to train than puppies because they've had time to get set in whatever bad ways they've learned.

Now that we understand our dog, we can look at these quick and easy tips to training them.

POTTY TRAINING:

To potty train any dog it is important to understand how their bodily functions work. Dogs usually have to "go" within 15 - 20mins of having their meal. This is mostly true for pups, but for older dogs it's better to take note of how soon they go after their feed. Once you got a clear idea on how soon after the first meal Spanky has to "go" then you'll know what time to take 'em for a walk.

Another good tip in potty training your dog is to schedule walks moments after you've fed them. If you can't take them for a walk right away don't feed them. Be sure to praise your dog with a cheerful voice when they delivered.

BALANCE:

Dogs need to have a balanced routine. They need to be taken on regular walks, not just to poop, but for exercise reasons. They also need, aside from a walk, other forms of exercise like playing in the yard or fetch etc.

Giving them love alone doesn't create balance in their lives, but above that they need exercise. Dedicate at least 45 minutes of time to the dog's walk in the morning. Let the dog know you have a consistent pattern that you expect it to follow. LEADERSHIP:

Dogs need to be shown that you're in control. They can pick up on feelings of fear, doubt or worry and they will move to try to fill them by attempting to become dominant. When your dog becomes dominant you create greater problems for yourself as dominant dogs are a lot harder to deal with and train. So be the pack leader!

NUTURING:

Yes, it is important to nurture your dog but we should nurture the good qualities in our dogs and avoid nurturing your dog's fears or unstable mind(I need to mention how much of a disaster this could turn into). Engage them fully in structured times together; then they can relax and avoid impatient or destructive behaviors. We can nurture the dogs mind by letting them work for affection this will bring them to a calm or submissive state.

When you show your dog love it intensifies those good qualities in your dog. But be sure to immediately correct the dog when it's wrong so that those bad qualities are recognized, by the dog, to be unacceptable.

We've covered the basic in dog training... from potty training your dog to nurturing them. Now that you know all these tips taking care of and training your dog should be easy! No obedience school required.

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About the Author

Thara is both a fitness enthusiast and a research/review expert who runs a few fitness websites as well as the very popular www.ultimatelowcarbrecipes.com