Although dogs are great pets, they can be challenging to train and care for. We want them to feel loved, but we also want them to obey our commands and behave. Dog ownership has many benefits, but it also comes with responsibilities, and sometimes we make mistakes, even though we’re trying our best. Here are some of these common ones.
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Feeding Them Treats All The Time
Treats can make your dog only respond to food and nothing else if you rely too much on them.
A Hot Car Can Be Dangerous For Your Dog
It only takes a few minutes for the temperature inside a car to rise dangerously high, and your pooch could die even in just a few minutes.
Punishing Your Dog Too Soon
Getting upset after a dog does something you don’t like is not going to help them understand why it’s wrong. Dogs only associate a punishment for bad behavior when it’s done immediately. Being angry at them after they’ve done something you don’t like only confuses them.
You Do Not Understand What Your Dog Loves To Receive As A Reward
Dogs like different types of rewards, just like people. Some like playing with balls, others love belly rubs, and some just want to be petted.
The Use Of Harsh Cleaning Products
There are some cleaning products that are hazardous for dogs, such as bleach and ammonia. Walking on a wet floor, for instance, can allow them to absorb the toxins through their paws.
Do You Think Your Dog Chews Your Shoe Out Of Revenge?
Separation anxiety is usually the cause of this, and it has nothing to do with revenge in the least.
Feeding Your Pet From Your Plate
There is no doubt that doing so will not only create a bad habit in your dog but will also put him or her at risk of consuming something unhealthy.
Feeding Your Dog Too Much
The use of food as a way to show your dog affection can have negative consequences. There are other ways to show your dog affection and to prevent them from becoming overweight.
Lecturing Your Pet
Trying to lecture your dog on what’s right and wrong is rarely effective in getting them to stop doing something. A simple cue, whether positive or negative, must be given on the spot as it occurs in order for dogs to respond appropriately.
Leash Your Dog At All Times
A dog needs vigorous exercise as well as time to play off the leash as part of its daily routine. It’s time for you to run, pup!
Leaving Your Puppy Without A Microchip
If you lose your dog, it is very important to have a microchip to identify them. This can save their lives if they get lost.
Taking Your Dog’s Intelligence For Granted
It’s true that dogs can be very intelligent, but having the intelligence of a three-year-old will not keep them safe all the time. Their owners must take care of them regardless of how intelligent they seem.
Stopping Your Dog From Barking
There is a possibility that when you yell at your dog to stop barking, your pooch might think that you are playing and may bark even louder as a reaction.
Bad Behavior Is Encouraged
You are basically telling your dog that it’s alright to do something wrong when he or she does something wrong (even though it may be funny to you), when you laugh or pet your dog when he or she does something wrong. If they get attention from bad behavior, they are more likely to repeat the behavior.
Negating Leash-Training
You should never punish your dog for learning to walk on a leash. Leash-training should be fun for your dog. It can be challenging at times, but it is not a punishment.
Instead Of Brushing Their Teeth, Give Them Dental Snacks
You should remember that dental snacks may help keep plaque and tartar buildup at bay, but they cannot replace brushing for proper oral hygiene.
Giving A Toy To Your Dog When It Chews On Your Shoes
Using a toy or a bone to distract your dog is not a good idea, since you are reinforcing bad behavior, meaning that they are more likely to repeat it in the future.
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