All dogs really are capable of learning. Exactly how fast a dog learns is going to depend on numerous issues. What kind of command you are trying to teach, the breed of the puppy, the character of the pet and the technique of training that you choose to use. Regardless, of all these variances there are some standard things which will affect all training situations that can make it easier on both you and your family pet.
There is absolutely no age at which a pet should stop acquiring knowledge. Neither should you end training your dog because he has mastered all his basic commands or has completed taking basic lessons. You should keep training and instructing your dog his entire life. The ideas outlined are to help you to teach your pet to learn anything that you choose train and at almost any age.
Always utilize the exact same command. Many owners unintentionally confuse their dogs. A perfect example is asking the puppy to get into the down position. If you'd like this to mean that your new puppy lies on the floor with his belly flat then use the 'down' command. On the other hand, you can't then utilize the term 'down' to tell the dog to cease jumping or to take his paws off the table if you don't wish him to get into that position. If that's what you really are asking good, but many owners use the term 'down' at different times. If you want the dog to quit jumping employ a different command term, use the term 'off' or 'floor' instead. Commands terms can only have one meaning.
Always speak in a crystal clear voice. Whenever issuing a command it is just that a command. You are not requesting, you're telling the dog exactly what to do. You do not need to utilize an angry voice, merely a clear strong tone.
Keep teaching sessions short. Dogs tend to be easily distracted and bored especially young dogs. You'll get far better results from three, 5 to 10 minute practice sessions than 1 long 20 minute training period.
Don't get angry or disappointed. If either you or the dog are having a hard time with a particular command, stop and try again during the next session. Training usually takes time and patience but you need to make sure that it is a good upbeat experience.
It is advisable to start training any brand new command in a quiet area. For many new commands you will want to have the pups complete focus. You may best achieve this by getting rid of as many disturbances as you possibly can from the training area. Once the dog has a fundamental understanding of the command you can try using it in more demanding places.
Training shouldn't be a task. It should invariably be enjoyable, for you as well as the puppy. Dogs do understand and feed off of your feelings therefore ensure that you begin sessions in a calm positive frame of mind and you will find that your canine is truly clever.
