Natalia Valdez 8th grade language Arts December 8, 2017 Research Paper Dog Obedience Dog Obedience
Dog have roamed the planet over 32,000 years. It is hard to determine which dog breed is the oldest. This is because dogs have been crossbred so many times through out history. More and more, dogs have evolved over time. According to (Pawslitively Pets, 2012) dogs have been domesticated for 15,000 years. However, dogs have only been treated as pets for about 2,000 years. In the past, dogs were used in labor and they had special duties. Today dogs are kept as pets and live a life of luxury. Even though dogs are more evolved now,, more than ever, humans expect dogs to be obedient and do as instructed. This is why dog training has become very popular over the recent decades. Dog training might be overwhelming at times, for both the owner and the dog, the owner might be lost at first, but if the owner and the dog take training step by step they will find it easier to adapt. Training a dog can be fun and rewarding. After all dogs and humans have been cohabitating for the last 2,000 years. To begin, training a puppy can be lots of work, from the simplest command, such as sit, to a more advanced command, such as fetch, both puppy and owner need to have establish a trusting and working relationship. According to Debra Horwitz, “puppy behavior and training puppies start learning from birth and good breeders begin handling and socialization right away. Some dog training can begin as soon as the puppy opens it’s eyes and is able to walk. Young puppies have short attention spans but start with simple commands like, “sit,” “down,” and “stay,” as young as 7 to 8 weeks of age. When training is started at 7 to 8 weeks of age, use methods that rely on positive reinforcement and gentle teaching. Positive reinforcement training is all about strengthening the bond between the owner and there dog. Using a method called food-lure training is when the owner uses food treats to attract the dog to follow its nose into the proper positions for “sit,” “down,” “stand,” and “stay”. Positive reinforcement teaching methods using non challenging methods to work a dog’s brain rewarding positive behavior, creating habits and training actions that are mismatched with negative behavior and reducing a dog’s anger and defeat all while supporting the dog to feel good inside. Always remember that being a responsible dog owner doesn’t just mean feeding the dog. A responsible owner has to walk the dog, play with the dog and most of all give love to the dog. Having a dog is a really big responsibility the owner must have patients and a loving personality for their dog. The dog will come to see the owner as “the giver of all good things” (vcahospitals, 2008). In addition, decision-making is influenced without the use of force, and the dog’s trust in the owner is not violated through threatening treatment. According to Karen London,“9 ways to improve your relationship with your dog” using positive techniques to change unwanted behavior requires that the owner fixes the cause of the behavior and then figure out how to revise and change it by giving the dog the ability to learn and feel differently. People learn to connect with their dogs and work through problems in a humane manner – strengthening the relationship by development shared trust, providing affection, and encouraging support. Increasing a dog’s enjoyment of social contact gives the dog what it needs to deal with the forces of family life. Dogs that are taught using positive reinforcement methods are more accepting, self-controlled and behave much more certainly in different situations. Knowing what interests or motivates the dog is a good way to increase the bond, says Wells. Some examples are playing catch, engaging in a game of chase or occasionally giving the dog a special treat for good behavior. "Things that involve food are very reinforcing for a dog and bring human and dog closer together," Wells says. Keeping a routine is also important and can be very calming for the dog. This includes a fairly set schedule for feeding and playtime, Wells says. Ultimately, the owner is the best judge of whether the owner and dog share a truly close bond. If the dog doesn't always listen, it might simply mean a little more training is in order. One of the best ways the owner can improve the connection with the dog is to work on training every day and remember to stay positive. Further more; exercising the dog's brain to learn something new and providing rewards for successes is a great way to increase trust and joyful experiences between human and dog (Thebark.com). The next, part of dog training is one of the most essential parts to focus on for overall success. The most important rule to remember is to never hit the dog, it is one of the worst things a trainer can do through out any face of dog training. According to Jennifer Dixon “Obedience training for dog” if the owner catches the puppy or older dog peeing in the house and use a rolled up newspaper to correct the dog, it will just learn that peeing in the owner’s presence is not safe. Next time the dog will go when the owner is not around. For example: The owner comes home from work and sees a mess on the floor. Then the owner finds the puppy or dog and hits the dog. Since the dog wasn’t caught in the act, the dog has learned that greetings are no longer safe when the owner arrives home because bad things happen. Experts recommend that the owner begins house training when the dog is between 12 weeks and 16 weeks old. At that point, the dog has enough control of his bladder and bowel travels to learn to hold it. If your puppy is older than 12 weeks when the owner brings the dog home and it has been eliminating in a cage. Experts recommend confining the puppy to a defined space, whether that means in a crate, in a room, or on a leash. As your puppy learns that he needs to go outside to do his business, you can gradually give him more freedom to roam about the house. The owner may find out that they need to help there dogs break old habits in order to form more desired ones (webMD.com). Another important aspect of training a healthy dog is to remember, no matter how busy the owner is, dogs need to exercise. It is common to find that when dogs are left alone while the owner is at work all day or does not have time to take them for a long walk, they start entertaining themselves by destroying shoes or exploring the garbage. Marking there territory on upright objects. It is most likely to occur on or near the odors, especially the urine, left by other dogs. When a dog is marking, the volume of urine is usually small. The problem is much more common in intact males, but some neutered males and spayed females will mark. Dogs may mark there territory for a number of reasoning, including male hormonal influences, other dogs entering the property, moving to a new household or getting new furniture, or as a response to increased stress or anxiety. Dogs that have been previously house trained may begin to soil the home for medical reasons or for behavioral reasons. Assuming medical causes can be ruled out, some of the more common behavioral causes are a change in owner schedule, a change in housing or any change in the pet’s home that might lead to anxiety. For example, if the owner leaves the dog alone for longer than the dog is familiar, or meaningfully change the daily schedule or routine, your dog may begin to house-soil. Dogs that are exhibiting an increase in anxiety may begin to eliminate in the home, due primarily to a loss of control when anxious and not due to spite. Dogs that exhibit separation anxiety may soil the home and require an intensive retraining program. If the dog was previously trained prior to soiling, the cause of the problem and the best methods to manage the soiling will need to be determined by evaluating the history. In conclusion, dog obedience has evolved over time; new methods and strategies have been developed. It is recommended that dogs be trained at 12 to 16 weeks of age. Training/ a dog can be fun and challenging it can also be very rewarding. Training a dog should be done with lots of love and patients. The owner must have the right attitude. Positive reinforcements can help when training a dog, the dogs will be rewarded for positive behavior and in turn will learn be more willing to obey. Dog obedience can help a relationship between man and dog flourish. Overall, it will help the owner and dog develop a strong bond.
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