Can you really teach an old dog new tricks? Yes, it may take a little longer. All the tips out there for teaching puppies can be used to teach adult dogs. Just keep in mind that it may take longer and require more patience. Read on for some tips on how to train a dog, then check out the links below for more great resources, like a comprehensive dog training course.

The first 20 weeks of a puppy’s life are its most valuable learning time. A puppy’s brain is like a sponge, absorbing all the information it can. An adult dog will still absorb and learn, it just won’t happen that fast.

Also with an adult you have the additional work of deprogramming him or teaching him how to break old bad habits. This is usually the difficult part when learning to train a dog. There are many products that will help your dog break bad habits. If, for example, you have a dog that barks constantly, you can try a special collar that will give him a little shock each time he barks. If you think it’s too harsh, you can buy a collar that sprays citronella (a scent that dogs don’t like) every time they bark. It’s more of a breath of citronella air than a real liquid spray. Since the dog does not like the smell, avoid barking.

If you have a problem with your dog chewing on things, you can buy a product called “Bitter Apple Spray.” It is exactly what it says it is. It is a bitter spray that is sprayed on things in the house (furniture, plants, etc.). When your dog goes to chew on his favorite fern and tries the spray, he will quickly learn not to do it again.

These things don’t work for all dogs. You may need to try many things to find what works best for your dog. Also, teaching your dogs a few simple commands (sit, stay, leave him alone, etc.) will also help keep your dog out of trouble.

We hope these tips on how to train a dog get you started. Remember to use lots of positive reinforcement and affection. Your dog will thank you by being a better pet.

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