How To Discipline A Dog Without Hitting

How To Discipline A Dog Without Hitting - I believe that animals should not be beaten. You can maintain level of discipline while not ever touch a dog.

When they come to you as a puppy or even an older dog you need to teach them what is expected of them. Disciplined dogs will give you all the love and attention over the years, but you have to teach them acceptable behavior.

The "NO" company is all they need to teach them the right behavior and what you expect. No screams or punches needed. Once they display certain unacceptable behaviors, you need to get their attention and be firm when you say "NO". Your dog will learn that whenever they do a certain thing, they have this alpha (leader of the pack dog) who warns them. It may take several times for your dog to understand what you want. One day, with pleasure, when they do something that is not allowed you can say "NO" and they will usually stop. After a while you will find they no longer show that behavior. They are very intelligent and want more than anything to please you.

When we had our shelters (men and women), one day we arrived home with toilet paper scattered all over the house. I put my hands on my hips and said "Who did this" in a calm voice. Both dogs ran to their beds and watched as we took this item. It was just toilet paper. They waited until I got into them and said "okay". Both dogs ran up to me and loved me. We learned to keep our bathroom door closed as we left the house. After about 3 months we left home and deliberately did not close the bathroom door. No cassette parade when we got home. They just keep playing with each other or the myriad of toys we have around the house.

Dogs need entertainment and if you are not there they will find a way to be entertained. My suggestion is to keep some toys to play when you are away from home or you can put them in an enclosed room or crate. I prefer to let them run away from home and besides the cassette parade we no longer face. Dogs are different and you will learn what works and what does not.

We live in a waterway in Florida and many times we see ducks in our backyard. One day I let the dogs out and saw a Mama duck and babies walking by the water. I talked to my dog, Lance and Heather. "Do not go near the ducks." I got my full attention and I promise that they understand what I say. They left the house and went outside but did not approach the ducks. When they are done with their business, I let them in and praise their behavior. I know in my heart they will not hurt the ducks ... and they never do it!

Always, always praise your dog when they do things right. It is part of the desire to please you. They will learn that this behavior is good and they get praise and hugs for it.

Loving and praising your dog will be a great experience with the fun and happiness that you both will share. They are really Fur Baby!

"How To Discipline A Dog Without Hitting" are contribute by Jim R.