New puppy, no matter how young needs to be trained as soon as possible. Here are 10 commands you must teach your pup as soon as possible
A command can be the difference between a life and death situation
You don't have to put your dog through a thorough training prodcedure. But these 10 commands are a must for any and all dogs
Here are the 10 commands you must teach your dog
Keep swiping to know the ten commands your pup must know. If your dog is not well versed in any of the following commands, you must practice till your pup starts to respond instantly on hearing the command.
Your dog learns his/her name
If your dog looks at you or comes to you when called, you dog knows his/her name
Can save your pup in dangerous situation
LEAVE IT command can protect your pup, especially if he/she has something in the mouth that is not safe for dog consumption.
Keep your dog away from trouble by calling him/her back
Your dog should come to you when you call him/her.
Helps prevent distraction when training other commands
LOOK AT ME helps keep your dog from getting distracted and focus his/her entire attention on you.
Helps reduce the excitement levels
Your dog should know to lie down on command. Lying down reduces excitement in dogs and helps make them calm.
Helps train your pup in other commands and reduces excitement
Helps train your dog how to greet guests, not jump and aids in other behavioral correction processes.
Increases self-control in your dog
Helps when you take your pup on travel and other adventures.
Helps when you have to groom your pet
Helps to brush the fur, put on clothes, put on the harness etc.
Helps your dog walk properly on the leash
Your dog learns when to stop and when to walk when on the leash. Especially helpful if you have a dog belonging to a large breed.
Trains your dog to not wander off
WAIT can be very helpful when you go to the supermarket with your pup or have to wait in line somewhere.
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