| In the final part of our pitbull training tips guide we will | | | | to use "freedom" as a reward. If it has been |
| discuss 3 important elements in training your dog - | | | | disobedient then even when you take it out keep it |
| with them you will have a much easier time, without | | | | on a leash. Don't even let it relieve itself without a |
| them you could be causing yourself a lot more work | | | | leash. It will soon learn that good behavior in general |
| in the long run. | | | | leads to a larger amount of freedom. |
| - Don't Allow High Places: Not allowing your dog | | | | - Praise! The dog training tips mentioned here can |
| access to areas such as chairs, tables, couches, beds | | | | seem quite strict, but remember that fair is fair and |
| etc shows the dog it is different, it is on a "social | | | | your dog needs a little praise from time to time - as |
| level" below you and other humans, and has a | | | | much as you should show it you are the boss praising |
| different set of rules. Dogs naturally feel more | | | | behavior can be a great way to reinforce good |
| dominant and aggressive when on "higher ground" so | | | | behavior and lead to more of it. |
| keeping it on a lower level not only keeps your house | | | | Overall, the most important tip - if not for your dog, |
| tidy but keeps your dog obedient too.The dog should | | | | but for your own sanity, is "Don't expect too much" |
| not be allowed to get on the bed or couch unless | | | | and just take things one small step at a time. No |
| you ask. High places are a way dominant dogs gain | | | | matter how trained your dog is or isn't it is still an |
| control. Dogs (like people and other mammals) feel | | | | animal and no dog is perfect - expect a little bad |
| more authoritative when on a higher level | | | | behavior from time to time when it's natural instincts |
| - Make Your Dog EARN Freedom: Another way to | | | | kick in. |
| keep control and keep a higher level of obedience is | | | | |