Socialising And Training
This is very important. It will teach the dog to understand
what it is and is not allowed to do. Dogs have thousands of years
of instinct and behaviour built into them. The dog needs to know
that you are the one it must obey and the rules you set. This can
only be done with love, firmness and patience.
There are many pitfalls. If the dog shows aggression to other
dogs or people, it should not be caressed by the owner but
corrected.
The common mistake is a soft voice and a pat. This message to
the dog is telling it that this is what you want it to do. A stern
correcting voice, with a simple to understand 'no' gives the dog a
direct message of correction.
A dog should be taught basic commands, to include;
- Sit
- Stay
- Down
- Leave
- Come here
- Heel
- No
We can offer advice and contact details of training
classes.
For further information, please contact the
Pest and Dog Team .
