The basic
dog commands use short words which sound different from one another, such as «come», «sit», «stay», «down», and «heel».
This requires that you first teach
your dog this command using positive reinforcement.
Not exact matches
Competitors must
command their
dog to herd sheep from distances of up to 400 yards
using calls and whistles, before penning the ewes to stop the clock.
Giving multiple
commands is acceptable but no treats may be
used to reward your
dog during the test.
Davis has even taught Penelope how to sit on
command using the same method
dog trainers
use with treats and is now working on teaching her to take a bow.
This
command is
used when your
dog is being a pest, or you just want her out of the way when you've got things to do.
Teach your
dog to willingly leave the crate on your
command,
using a simple «come» in a happy tone of voice.
If your other family members
uses «down» for the «sit»
command, your poor
dog will be confused.
Keep repeating the
command «Stay» or any word you'd like to
use to indicate to your
dog that they need to stand still.
When the
dog begins to go, quietly whisper a
command you plan to eventually
use to tell him to «go,» such as: go potty, get busy, do your business, etc..
For instance, a
dog can be trained the «leave it»
command or can be taught to mark exclusively outdoors by redirecting inappropriate marking and rewarding the
use of a specific outdoor target.
If the
dog does not obey a
command, what type of correction should be
used?
Daily
use of basic
commands (sit, stay, down, come, and stand) as well as training to walk on a leash without pulling are essential to building a partnership with the
dog.
-- Practice your
dog's obedience
commands using distance, duration, and distractions.
Remember to
use lots of praise and rewards... and simple words to teach the basic
dog commands.
Next, you give your
dog a clear
command — each verbal
command you
use should be easy to distinguish from other
commands and, ideally, no more than one or two words.
With leash and collar on your
dog, if your puppy begins to ignore you and acts as if he does not hear you, the attached long leash can be
used to reel puppy into you after giving only one
command... «Dogname, come».
If the
dog is doing something that is not desired,
use an individual
command word for that action, and eliminate the word «No.»
Using the examples from above, whenever you see your dog digging, try using the command «Cut» or «Quit.&r
Using the examples from above, whenever you see your
dog digging, try
using the command «Cut» or «Quit.&r
using the
command «Cut» or «Quit.»
When found jumping on furniture or people, what you really want is for the
dog to get off, so
use the
command «Off.»
On the other hand, training the
dog to sit or lie down on
command can be a useful tool to
use while working to fix behavior problems.
Watch this free
dog training video of a professional trainer
using basic
dog commands and learn what is expected of you before you begin training your puppy.
The sit
command will be
used often throughout your
dog's life.
One of the tricks
used to train a sheepdog is to let it run with an experienced
dog and pick up
commands, moves and behaviours from the association.
To stop the
dog from barking
use the
command «Quiet.»
In essence, a
dog is taught that when given a
command that the aggressor is a real threat and he should
use his skills to fight the threat.
You should not
use the
command word «No» to stop
dog barking.
This will allow you to eventually fade away from the
use of the PC, as your
dog will respond to your verbal
command.
Place a toy or food on the wrong side of the boundary; encourage your
dog to stay on the right side
using the Stop and Stay
commands.
If you
use a leash to prevent your
dog from ignoring your
command, be sure to keep it loose unless he makes a mistake, and to
use a release
command such as «okay!»
Guide your
dog into position
using a treat THEN put the
command in.
If your
dog is still struggling with the
command, consider
using the word «here» in place of «come.»
Basic obedience lessons help the
dogs learn
commands and focus, and the leash can also be a valuable focus tool if
used correctly.
When out walking, if the recall is not reliable,
use a flexi lead as back up if your
dog does not come on the first
command.
The down
command is a specific word for obedience training and is
used to get your
dog to lay down in a particular position.
While most pet owners associate the «leave it»
command solely with food, it can be
used in a variety of scenarios, and can also help keep your
dog safe.
It is recommended that you
use a
dog bark collar once you have already taught the «enough»
command and know your
dog's personality.
To teach the «leave it»
command,
use something your
dog desires, such as a tennis ball or a piece of food.
Owners should make it a habit of
using the
command «NO» often when the
dogs chase the cattle and sheep down or jump on people.
The «no»
command should be
used to discourage any behavior that you don't want your
dog to engage in.
The «off»
command has multiple applications but is generally
used to get your
dog off furniture or other places it should not be.
Just be sure to
use the release word you choose to encourage your
dog to release the
command.
Use this
command every time your
dog approaches the crate, and reinforce his actions with rewards like
dog treats and praise when he walks inside it.
Acoustic indication such as whistles are
used to
command herding
dogs mainly because these can be heard over a distance that's generally involved when gathering a large flock of sheep in a vast grazing land.
Often time's people smack their knees and
use an encouraging voice or wave a treat to get their
dog to break the
command.
On another note the «on»
command can be taught
using the opposite technique, usher your
dog «on» while saying the word «on.»
We go over what needs to be done to ensure all possible training strategies are
used to help your
dog learn
commands easier.
As your
dog is in a «stay»
command put a reasonable distance between you and the
dog and by either
using praise: «good boy / girl come!»
Redirection is a more advanced technique and should be
used once your
dog has learned a basic vocabulary of
commands such as sit, down, off, wait, leave it, and out.
If you want the toy,
use an obedience
command or treat to distract the
dog.