The experience of having a pet can lead to a lot of frustration.Getting your dog to do what you want, changing negative behaviors, or training them can cause you to get frustrated or angry.Being patient is important when you have a dog.It takes time, be consistent, and be clear with your expectations to do this with a dog.
Step 1: Be consistent.
Losing patience with your dog can make them confused.If your dog does something, you may not know what to do.You help keep your dog from getting confused by being consistently patient.The dog will be confused and not know how to act if you yell and get frustrated one day and patient the next.
Step 2: Slowly introduce new things.
Change can be hard for dogs to accept.Sometimes they are resistant to new things.If you get frustrated, don't give up.New things should be introduced slowly.This can help your dog get used to the new command.If you want your dog to wear a collar, let them wear it for a few minutes if they don't like it.Rub your finger on your dog's teeth if they don't like brushing their teeth.You can let them continue the activity after they get used to it.Your dog may not adjust overnight.After a few weeks, your dog will be more accommodating.
Step 3: Don't get angry with your dog.
Dogs want to do what their owners want them to.They don't know what that is.Your dog is expected to do certain things.You need to be patient as your dog tries to figure out what you want from it.If your dog does something wrong, don't be angry.Correct the behavior to show the dog what it is expected to do.Being patient helps your dog understand what you want from them.
Step 4: Don't focus on large tasks.
Keeping small tasks will help you stay patient with your dog.You might want to work on one thing at a time.It keeps you from trying to do too much.You can see improvement if you stick with short tasks or lessons.If you want to teach your dog to sit and stay off the furniture, don't try to house train them.Work on all of them separately.
Step 5: Show the dog what you want.
You need to show your dog exactly what you want.This requires a lot of patience.When your dog does the right thing, you may have to put them in a specific position, correct a behavior or give them a treat.It's important to show your dog exactly what you want.
Step 6: Changing behaviors can take a long time.
If you want to change the behavior of your dog, you must realize that it takes time.After a few weeks or months, your dog will start to obey if you are patient and continue training.It won't lead to your dog's desired behavior if you give up after a few days.You have to persist and keep calm.
Step 7: You should have reasonable expectations for your dog.
If you are trying to be patient with a long-time pet or have just adopted a dog, make sure you have reasonable expectations from them.If you just adopted a dog, be patient.They will learn the rules of your home if you give them lots of love and space.
Step 8: Don't give your dog negative attention.
When we are frustrated, we give the dog negative attention.It could be in the form of yelling, swatting, or responding to them.Ignore your dog's unwanted behavior and be patient.It may take a few weeks, but eventually your patience will pay off and your dog will understand the behavior is not getting your attention.
Step 9: There is a way to be calm.
Being patient with your dog can be difficult.If you lose your temper or yell at your dog, you may need to calm yourself.Keep yourself in check with your favorite calming technique.If you can ignore your dog, try going to a different room.Keeping calm by taking deep breaths.Breathing in and counting to five can help you calm down.
Step 10: You love your dog.
One way to remind yourself to be patient is to remember that you love your dog.If you are frustrated with them, be kind and loving.Don't act against your dog.Take a deep breath and remember how much you love your dog.Verbal commands can be used to correct your dog.This takes time.Losing your temper and yelling doesn't take patience.
Step 11: You should be aware of your dog's circumstances.
Knowing your dog's personality and limitations is a key to being patient.If you keep the situation in perspective, you won't get frustrated so easily.Before you get frustrated, consider your dog's age, background, and personality.If your dog is young, they may not be able to fully understand what you are trying to teach them.If you have a senior dog, they may have cognitive difficulties that cause them to learn slower.Dogs who have been abused may take longer to pick up things.
Step 12: As your family learns to interact with the dog, be patient.
You are not the only one who will interact with and train your dog.If you live with roommates, they will influence your dog.You should be patient as you explain to them how to correct your dog's behavior, what things are acceptable for the dog to do, and other rules.It is possible that your family does not know how to correct a dog's behavior or that you do not want the dog on furniture.As you work with your family to get on the same page about the dog, stay calm.