5 Basic Commands Every Dog Should know

5 Basic Commands Every Dog Should know

What is good guys I hope everybody is having a wonderful day today. In today's blog I'm going over the 5 basic commands every dog should know:

Training your dog is an important part of being a responsible pet owner, and teaching your dog basic commands is a great place to start. These commands can help keep your dog safe, well-behaved, and happy, and they can also strengthen the bond between you and your furry friend.

So, what are the 5 basic commands every dog should know?

1. "Sit"

 


This is a fundamental command that can be useful in a variety of situations. It can be used to calm your dog down, to stop them from jumping up on people, and to teach them to be patient. To teach your dog to sit, hold a treat in front of their nose and slowly move it up and over their head. As they follow the treat with their eyes and nose, their bottom should naturally lower to the ground. As soon as their bottom touches the ground, say "sit" and give them the treat.


2. "Stay"


This command can help keep your dog safe in potentially dangerous situations, such as when you need to cross the street. To teach your dog to stay, start by having them sit and stay in one place for short periods of time. Gradually increase the length of time they stay, and add distractions such as toys or other people to see how they do. As they get better at staying, you can also start adding distance between you and your dog.

3. "Come"

This command is important for recalling your dog when they are off-leash or in an emergency situation. To teach your dog to come, start by getting their attention and saying "come." As they start to move towards you, use an excited tone of voice and reward them with a treat when they reach you. You can also use a long leash or a training lead to give them more freedom while they are learning this command.

4. "Down"


This command can be useful for calming your dog down or for getting them to lie down in a specific location. To teach your dog to lie down, start by having them sit. Then, hold a treat in front of their nose and move it down to the ground. As they follow the treat with their nose, their front legs should naturally lower to the ground. As soon as their chest touches the ground, say "down" and give them the treat.

 

 

5. "Leave it"

 


This command can help prevent your dog from eating or playing with something that could be dangerous or inappropriate. To teach your dog to leave something alone, start by showing them a treat and saying "leave it." If they try to take the treat, close your hand and remove it from their sight. When they stop trying to take the treat, reward them with a different treat or toy.

 

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By regularly practicing these 5 basic commands with your dog, you can help them become well-behaved and obedient. As with any training, it's important to be patient, consistent, and to reward your dog for good behavior. With time and practice, your dog will soon be a pro at following your commands

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