When you get a new dog you will have to learn about dog behavior and socializing this includes obedience training, and housetraining. While this may seem like a lot to know when getting a dog, you will want a well behaved pet that you feel comfortable taking places and when people come to visit they are comfortable around your pet. With proper behavior training, both you and your dog would be able to understand each other better and have a better relationship between you. But what exactly is dog obedience training, and why is it so important for you and your dog?

Obedience training can range from very basic training, such as teaching the dog to respond to basic commands such as sit, stay, come, and down, to more advance training for your dog. This is a  general term which can be achieved through the many various dog training techniques such as clicker training, positive reinforcement, collar and leash, rewarding positive behavior and more.  Although some people say they prefer to not provide any dog obedience training, this will make for an unruly and dangerous animal.  

Crate training is one way to help your dog become better behaved, and keep them safe when you are not at home or asleep. There are so many essential uses for crate training, in fact, that dogs suffer from not having this kind of dog obedience training in their lives.

Without this aspect of dog training, your pet will continue with a pack mentality and try to do as it pleases while forcing you to adjust to his behavior.  If you are having trouble with dog, you will likely find that seeking the help of a professional dog trainer not only provides some great tips and suggestions, and will provide information and  fun for you and your dog. Dog services may include at home obedience classes, and can be a help with more serious problems like aggressive behavior and separation anxiety.

You will want to make sure that your pet is well behaved so that you can be in control of them at all times. Your dog is never too old to be trained and to learn new tricks.