Begin your dog training with something that will be easy for your pet to master. Not only are you going to get the immediate gratification of your success, but also, your pet will obtain the essential basis of what an acceptable strategy or behavior is. This gives you greater outcome throughout the training.

One tip to remember when training your dog is by using his name appropriately. This is important because control over your pet is the main priority in training and discipline. Say his name frequently, but just for direct orders. Never call your dog to you if you plan to inflict punishment on him. Along with his name, it is just as important to train your pet recall. To do so, you need to be the most interesting thing to your dog at the time you are calling him. Active dogs enjoy movement so try calling your dog while you run in another route. Your dog will be likely to engage in a chase, making recall an enjoyable exercise for him and encouraging his response in future scenarios.

During Australian Shepherd training, discourage poor behavior when it occurs. Tell your pet “No” in a firm voice. Never yell and never hit your furry friend with a hand or other object. Be sure you discourage the bad behavior as it occurs or shortly after it happens. Dogs have short memories. If you wait too long, the dog will not know what you’re trying to tell him. In most cases, giving your dog a small treat every time he does the proper movement is the best reinforcement. Before you know it your dog will be reacting quickly to your commands, even without the treat.

To ensure a well-trained four-legged friend from the start, make sure you practice consistency in all you do once you bring your new furry friend home. This means discussing all aspects of the dog’s care, needs and training with all members of your house. If all members of the family treat the dog uniformly, whether admonishing it or showering it with praise, the dog will learn more quickly and all family members will have the ability to successfully command the dog with ease.

Jennifer Powell has been helping numerous owners accomplish successful Australian Shepherd training. To find out more from her, visit her site specifically dedicated to Australian Shepherd training.