I have read and continue to read books on training. At this point, I feel like whichever method (without cruelty, of course) you use that works for your dog is the type of training to stick with. Not every method works for every dog. We just all have to continue to read and research and find what works best for our unique situations. As we learn what works for our dog and we practice the lessons with the dog consistently, we create a much needed emotional bond with them as well that is just as valuable as the actual behavior we want our dog to learn. Most companion dogs want nothing more than to please and hang out with their human friends.
In this article I would like to speak about teaching your dog what "sit" actually means. Try it. If it works for you, then you have solved a problem for yourself. I believe you can use this same method with any behavior you want your dog to learn.
You want to teach your dog to "sit" on cue. You will need to have a bowlful or pocket full of small treats your dog just loves. You can use a clicker if you desire. You will need lots of time and patience. I suggest you feed a nutritious training treat such as is offered through Life Abundance. The Tasty Rewards Nutritional Treats are an excellent choice, however, try all the flavors to find which treat your dog likes best and use that one during training.
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With Tasty Rewards Nutritional Treats, discipline can be delicious!
First hold the delicious treat in front of your dog's nose. Move the treat slowly back over the top of the dog's head. As the dog moves up to follow the treat, her rump will begin to move down. And....wa-la......your dog is sitting without you laying a hand on her.
As soon as your dog's rump is on the ground, use your clicker and click, or say your "command" word or "phrase" you want the dog to associate with this behavior (teaching your dog what "sit" actually means). Now give the treat. Start playing with your dog again to get her out of the sitting position.
Now do the exercise again. If your dog jumps up to get the treat, you are holding it too high. You don't want the dog to think she is suppose to "jump" to get the treat. Use a word or phrase you have chosen to use consistently for behavior that is not reward-worthy if the dog jumps up for the treat (decide upon this word and use it consistently with all your training sessions for behaviors that do not deserve a treat). You want the dog to learn to "sit" for her treat.
When the dog folds into a sit as soon as you hold your hand out, add the word you want the dog to connect with this action (say "sit" or whatever keyword/command you have chosen), hold your hand out in the same motion as before, but DO NOT give a treat. Click or say your keyword when the dog sits. Now come forth with the treat (when the dog is in the sitting position).
The dog will appreciate the time you spend with he or she. This is "attention" the dog absolutely adores from its human friends. You have not only taught the dog a valuable lesson for her and yourself, but you have created an extra emotional bond as well.
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In this article I would like to speak about teaching your dog what "sit" actually means. Try it. If it works for you, then you have solved a problem for yourself. I believe you can use this same method with any behavior you want your dog to learn.
You want to teach your dog to "sit" on cue. You will need to have a bowlful or pocket full of small treats your dog just loves. You can use a clicker if you desire. You will need lots of time and patience. I suggest you feed a nutritious training treat such as is offered through Life Abundance. The Tasty Rewards Nutritional Treats are an excellent choice, however, try all the flavors to find which treat your dog likes best and use that one during training.
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Good behavior should be rewarded, but often training treats are empty-calorie treats with no nutritive value and include undesirable ingredients. At Life's Abundance, we strongly believe that you should only feed treats that can help to support overall health.
They’re loaded with proteins, minerals, vitamins and essential fatty acids. And, like all of our foods, supplements and treats, you’ll find no added artificial preservatives or colors..
With Tasty Rewards Nutritional Treats, discipline can be delicious!
First hold the delicious treat in front of your dog's nose. Move the treat slowly back over the top of the dog's head. As the dog moves up to follow the treat, her rump will begin to move down. And....wa-la......your dog is sitting without you laying a hand on her.
As soon as your dog's rump is on the ground, use your clicker and click, or say your "command" word or "phrase" you want the dog to associate with this behavior (teaching your dog what "sit" actually means). Now give the treat. Start playing with your dog again to get her out of the sitting position.
Now do the exercise again. If your dog jumps up to get the treat, you are holding it too high. You don't want the dog to think she is suppose to "jump" to get the treat. Use a word or phrase you have chosen to use consistently for behavior that is not reward-worthy if the dog jumps up for the treat (decide upon this word and use it consistently with all your training sessions for behaviors that do not deserve a treat). You want the dog to learn to "sit" for her treat.
When the dog folds into a sit as soon as you hold your hand out, add the word you want the dog to connect with this action (say "sit" or whatever keyword/command you have chosen), hold your hand out in the same motion as before, but DO NOT give a treat. Click or say your keyword when the dog sits. Now come forth with the treat (when the dog is in the sitting position).
The dog will appreciate the time you spend with he or she. This is "attention" the dog absolutely adores from its human friends. You have not only taught the dog a valuable lesson for her and yourself, but you have created an extra emotional bond as well.
Join the Life's Abundance Team and start helping pets and humans live longer, healthier lives.
Use our products.
If you become impressed with our products, just wait until you hear about our income opportunity. You might be surprised to learn that you can earn a substantial income from selling our health-promoting products for pets and humans. There's never been a more exciting time to sign-up as a Life's Abundance Field Representative. With new product releases on the horizon, you will find more ways to reach new customers and net serious wages unlike working that 9 to 5 job with a boss that turns your stomach raw on a daily basis. A Life's Abundance home business may be just the perfect solution for you.
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