How To Housebreak Your Puppy
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Jul-20-2010
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There's no greater joy than bringing a new puppy into your home, however, the onus is on the owner to ensure everything is smooth sailing. Just like people, animals are unsettled in a new environment and need all the help they can get to acclimate to their new home.
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There's no greater joy than bringing a new puppy into your home, however, the onus is on the owner to ensure everything is smooth sailing. Just like people, animals are unsettled in a new environment and need all the help they can get to acclimate to their new home.
Animals have the same emotions as humans in that they love, get angry, experience jealousy and experience the full spectrum of natural reactions. They don't, however, understand anything but kindness, so you must be patient with your new puppy until he learns about life. Our pets want to please us, and when they make a mistake, you must remember that it was an accident. It may take some time and repetition, but your new puppy will soon understand just what he is to do. Housebreaking your puppy may take a few days or a few weeks, but rest assured, if you apply kindness, he will catch on quickly.
1. Never raise your voice to the puppy as this action invokes fear. He doesn't know what he did wrong and when you shout at him, he may cower and fail to trust you.
2. Associate the same word consistently to train him to the action you wish him to take. Words such as "out" for the morning visit to the grass is sufficient, rather than forming it in a sentence. Keep it simple and full of enthusiasm, and your puppy will welcome your words.
3. Animals, like most people, gain confidence when they have a predictable daily routine. Your new puppy should be exposed to a time table for regular visits outside, and should an emergency arise, he might even come and get you.
4. When your puppy has caught on and learns his first words, be sure to praise him for his understanding and compliance. A little kindness goes a long way to enforce a happy and healthy relationship between the two of you.
5. If your puppy has an accident, just say "no" and direct him to his potty quarters. Never strike or shout at him for piddling on the floor. The dog may confuse the wrong location for telling him not to relive himself, an impossible situation for your new friend to comprehend. And be sure if you need to correct him, that he has just done the deed so that he may associate your words with his action. If the accident happened overnight, tough luck. You will just have to clean it up and move on. Chastising him for an action from hours ago makes no sense to a brand new life. Your puppy will learn over time how to behave and please you, so learn to be patient and show him only love.
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Article Source :
http://www.articleseen.com/Article_How To Housebreak Your Puppy_26227.aspx
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Author Resource :
Joe Cline writes articles for Austin Texas homes. Other articles written by the author related to Rollingwood real estate and West Lake Hills homes for sale can be found on the net.
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Keywords :
West Lake Hills homes for sale, Austin Texas homes, Rollingwood real estate,
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Home and Family
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Pets
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