Are you at your wits end with your dog? Don't give up, help is near!! Does your dog embarrass you? Does He Still Jump on Everyone Who Comes In.?

Your dog needs to be trained. You must do more than just tell your dog to stop doing what he is doing; you must not confuse him, keep your words simple and be consistent. He does not understand sentences, only simple one or two word commands. Real dog training is not a "quick fix"; it is a conditioning, life-long process. Dog training is very important today because many people take their dogs everywhere they go.

Not all dog training is the same. Positive dog training has become the preferred method of dog training. This method of training is possible for almost every young dog. Dog training involves more than just training your dog; it involves teaching the owner "you". Dog training is like going to school for you and the dog. Training is all about making your dog understand you, and you need to learn to communicate with your dog.

I've heard that about 90% of dog training is teaching the owners.

One of the basic training points in this regard is teaching your dog to sit on command. Training your dog to "sit" is probably the first (and easiest) thing you should train your dog to do. When you start the training: say, "Sit" while gently pressing it's rump down and holding a treat above the dog's head. When he looks upward, he will automatically sit on his hind legs.

Again if you want your dog to sit, hold a treat a bit above his head and say, "sit". As the dog sits, say, "Sit" again and then immediately, give him the treat. Your dog will drop into a 'sit' position in order to get the treat.

My favorite command is fetch. Playing fetch with your dog promotes bonding while making sure he is getting some exercise. First throw a ball (not too far though), and give the command "Fetch". As he starts to run towards it, yell fetch again. Instead of a ball, you could use one of his toys that he loves, as this makes him want to go get it. Avoid using heavy items or sticks, as this can damage the dog's teeth or hurt him.

A well-trained dog should stay where his or her owner tells him to, so stay is another important command in dog training as well. That will come in a later article. The most basic of dog training is to get your dog to sit, stay and fetch. Proper dog training is not a "quick fix": it is an ongoing process.

Dog training is a very physical, so be prepared to get tired. With breeds that are more aggressive, dog training is never without risk of injury.

Training your dog continues throughout your dog's life. Dog training is certainly necessary for all dogs. One major mistake many pet owners make is to assume that the dog training is over once the pet has learned the basic commands. It is all about communication with your individual dog.

Dog training is definitely not difficult and it can be made much easier than you would expect, especially if you get help from a good dog-training guide or book.