Experts teach how to train dogs to make them social
Does your dog usually bother you when you have guests over? Does he jump on everyone or is he the guy that everyone tries to pet and he runs away? Is he afraid of everything? Many of your pet’s behaviors can be fixed with a little patience and some advice!
Factors influencing the personality of dogs
There are several factors that influence a dog’s personality. According to Ana Lúcia Meira, a specialized veterinarian at the USP, the first is the genetic factor. “Dogs inherit a lot of docile or aggressive, intelligent, sociable behaviors from their parents. We even see some breeders trying to breed dies with calmer demeanor, instead of more agitated dogs.”
Another factor is race. Each breed has its own behavioral traits and personality differences. “It is up to the keeper to become the leader of the pack and incorporate himself the little dog within the family so that it has a more sociable behavior and can get along with other animals and with family members or visitors,” explains veterinarian Ivana Carvalho.
See some solutions that can help you in your daily life with the pet!
1. Pet only when the dog obeys
If your pup has a habit of skipping visits until he says stop, a few tips can help solve this problem. In fact, this behavior of the dog is like a greeting, it begins to behave like this with the owner and then repeats it with other people. According to Ivana Carvalho, this puppy’s attitude shows that he wants attention, so preventing him from getting affection with this behavior is a great strategy.
You can start teaching him to sit and cuddle when he is obey that command. “After this first learning, the owner must prevent the animal from jumping and getting attached, this is possible by raising the knee to prevent the animal from jumping, but without using the hands, immediately after the animal
he must be commanded to sit down and only after he has obeyed can he be petted as a reward”, teaches the vet.
Two. hold paws
Ana Lúcia Meira adds that if the puppy doesn’t get attention when he jumps on people, he will naturally stop doing it. “Another interesting tip is to hold his front legs when he jumps. Hold on tight, without hurting him of course, and don’t say anything. He will get impatient and complain. After a while, let him go. Do this every time he jumps Given who doesn’t want you to hold his ‘hands’, he will think twice before jumping”, suggests Ana Lúcia.
3. Promote socialization with other pets
Some animals just want to interact with people, when they get close to another animal, even a small one, they already want to run away or curl up. If yours is like this and you want it to be able to interact with other pets, know that it’s possible to do it without major trauma. Firstly, for an animal to interact well with other animals, it is important that this contact takes place from small🇧🇷
But, if you haven’t had this contact since you were little, don’t despair, with affection and patience it is possible to gradually introduce other animals. “It is important that you remain calm and show him that the other animal is not dangerous. Put your hand on the other animal and let your dog sniff it to get used to it”, teaches Ana Lúcia Meira.
According to the USP specialist, they are getting closer little by little. Let them smell. Trust your dog. If you’re not sure, he’ll sense it and think there’s danger there. “To the
few, he will get used to the presence of his little friend. Some dogs are simply tolerant of other dogs.
But in this process there is a great chance that your friend will start a real friendship,” encourages Ana Lúcia.
4. Encourage play with other dogs
Dr. Ivana Carvalho suggests taking the animal to a neutral place first, where it should be released and encouraged to play with other animals. If he’s aggressive to other pets, use a muzzle or even avoid this approach and instead seek training with a trained professional.
5. Use the adjustable guide and offer snacks
There is nothing worse than going out for a walk with your dog and having him run off in the middle of the park, especially when the dog is big and difficult to hold! Dra Ivana recommends using a adjustable guide around the neck, in a high position, to transmit information to the animal.
“Start with very short walks. Whenever he walks away say no and stop the walk. When he gets back to your side, give praise and start walking again.” You can also give him a snack or toy he likes, showing him the item whenever he gets distracted or stops paying attention to you.
6. Invest in specialty collars
According to veterinarian Ana Lúcia, there are techniques and even special collars to control the animal while walking. “Chest collars encourage the dog to pull. The collar with the leash helps you have more control over the animal,” she advises.
7. Get your dog used to walking
It is very important to get your puppy used to walks as a puppy, as soon as he gives the vaccines and
deworming. “Dogs love to walk, it’s a time of many stimulations: many smells, noises, however. As in other situations, it is important that your dog knows that you are the pack leader. He should walk beside you or behind you, never in front of him or pulling the leash all over the place. You have to teach him and stay still, don’t let him dominate you,” explains Ana Lúcia. The more he is used to walking, the less anxious and desperate he will be whenever he goes out.
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