Ausshole Academy

TRAINING TIPS AND TRICKS

    Training a dog is a wonderful thing, it makes for a happy dog, and an even happier owner.  There is an enormous amount of information out there, in books, and on the internet.  Some may work for you and your dog, some may not.  Remember all dogs are different, what works for one does not mean it will work for another.

I train with a clicker, and sometimes I don't use the clicker.  I ALWAYS, ALWAYS train with treats, be it food for a food motivated dog, or a toy for a toy motivated dog.  I ALWAYS carry treats with me when out walking my dogs, its a staple, just like a poop bag.  Dog on leash, pocket is full of treats and poop bags.  Never walk your dog without a treat.  

Remember training doesn't stop because the dog has the behavior you want under his belt.  Training never stops.  Also remember, dogs are like humans in the aspect, hey you want me to do something, you better have a reward in hand.   Think about it,  you go to work, your reward is your paycheck.  Dog goes to work, their reward is a treat.  You wouldn't work for nothing, so do not expect your dog to work for nothing.   This doesn't mean you have to treat them all the time for every behavior, but it does mean, hey once in awhile throw a treat out there.  The dog will learn good things come when I do good.