Training your dog could be a worthwhile endeavor but before you start, there's something you need to know in order to make training easier and much more pleasant for you and your dog.
The very most significant thing you must always remember is you are the boss! By nature dogs are pack animals and stick to a strict hierarchy with every pack using a "leader". In order to train your pet properly (and easily), you have to become established as the best choice in early stages inside your relationship.
Some dogs may be more aggressive than others, some more dominant, more easy going but no matter what your dogs personality, you must be firm inside your commands. Don't let your dog get the initiative or he will start to think that he is the leader. Now, I don't mean that you need to be physically abusive for your dog - not even close to it. You have to show your leader ship together with your actions.
Another thing to consider is that while your dog understands you at about the same level as a two year old, he is not a human. Actually, your dog has many differences from humans that cause him to interpret your commands and act much differently than a 2 years old child would. So, do not expect him to behave much like your 2 year old during training.
When dog training, you have to be consistent. Set aside about 45 minutes or perhaps a 30 minutes every day to operate on training. You can start dog training as young as you want but don't be discouraged if you have an older pet as training can be achieved at any age.
You want to start training your dog with the basics. The sit command is a good starting point as getting your dog to sit may be the basis for many other commands. Focus on that one command every single day until your dog has it down cold, then proceed to the following command.
During training, you want to be firm. Always employ exactly the same word for each command and the word clearly. Never punish your pet when he doesn't do what you want but, instead, use positive reinforcement when he does do what you need. Punishing or scolding will only confuse your dog and so do patience when he's not behaving how you want - the best thing to do is ignore him and that he will soon learn he only gets the reward when he performs the required action.
Try to operate on training every day at first. As your pet learns more and more commands, you are able to slack off a little, but training should always be a part of your relationship with your dog. It can be fun and rewarding for the two of you to keep learning new behaviors and taking the training one stage further.
Dog training is really a task that takes, consistence, persistence and patience but your efforts will be well rewarded with a well behaved dog as well as a stronger bond with your 4 legged friend. Training your dog properly insured not only his safety, but the safety of these around him and it is also a thrilling time for both you and your dog!
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