 How does your dog learn his name?
Some people bring their new puppy home, give him a name, and expect him to respond to it immediately. A supernatural psychic phenomenon does not suddenly occur in a puppy’s mind when you decide between Buddy and Butch.
It may take several days to a week for your pup to know his name. And this lesson is the first step of many in the training of your new friend.
Train with rewards, not punishment.
As with most training, it is effective to train using rewards, not punishment. The best rewards are treats and praise. Dogs just can’t get enough delicious morsels or enthusiastic “atta boys!” from a pleased owner.
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