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Pets respond favorably to positive reinforcement techniques when they're being trained, which also helps you develop a stronger bond with your pet. To get started with this training technique at your apartment in Denver, utilize this informative guide!
Find What Motivates Your Pet
To successfully use positive reinforcement during training, you must find out exactly what motivates your pet. Not all animals think and feel the same, so you will need to see if praise, treats, toys or a combination of these motivators provide the necessary motivation. Once you identify your pet's main motivators, you can assign value to different treats and toys to find your ideal reinforcers.
Stay Positive
The most important part of using positive reinforcement is staying happy, upbeat and consistently positive no matter how your pet acts. You should use a calm, pleasant tone of voice at a low volume to interact with your pet. When your animal performs the requested task successfully, you can offer ample praise and treats or let your pet play with a toy as a reward. If your pet does not respond with the right behavior, simply ignore them and try again.
Time Your Praise and Rewards Appropriately
Timing is key in making positive reinforcement a rewarding experience for you and your pet. You will need to watch your pet carefully to ensure you are giving a positive signal at the precise moment your pet completed the desired action. You can use a marker word or clicker to improve your accuracy in notifying your pet of the correct behavior. Your pet will learn to keep trying to offer the right behaviors as you reinforce the marker word and remain positive through every training session.
Once you are done with your training session, reach out to our team at The Apartments at Denver Place by calling (866) 995-0446 to learn how we can help you improve your living space.
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If you call a furry, four-legged creature your best friend, chances are that you'll do anything you can to keep him happy. Separation anxiety isn't all that uncommon in pets; unfortunately, Fido can't exactly tell you what's wrong or how to fix it when he's feeling sad. The staff at our pet-friendly Denver apartments have a few tips for people dealing with anxious animals.
Invest in Obedience Training
Obedience training isn't just for puppies that need to learn how to leave leather shoes alone; it's a tool your loyal companion can call upon when he needs to feel useful. By training your pooch often and consistently—inside the classroom and out—you're giving your dog a skill set that will help him cope when the front door closes.
Embrace the Idea of Crate Training
If you think the idea of crate training is cruel, think again! Canines that are properly crate trained will see their crates as oases in otherwise cluttered human spaces.
When you're considering a crate, be sure your dog can easily stand up without incident and lay down comfortably. You don't want it to be too big, though, so there is a certain science in sizing your crate correctly.
Work with a professional in-home dog trainer to find the best solution if you're uncertain as to how to handle this process. Your pooch (and neighbors) will thank you in the end!
Switch Up Normal Scenarios
Your dog is always watching. If you always grab your keys off the same hook at the exact same time every day, he'll know you're getting ready to leave.
Make a conscious effort to switch up small things, so he can get comfortable with the comings and goings of your routine.
Consider Doggy Daycare
Doggie daycare can be a costly endeavor, but you don't have to invest in a full-time schedule to fulfill your furry friend's needs. A few visits a month can help him socialize, gain independence, and run out some of that energy so he's simply happy to see you on days he's left at home.
Pet friendliness is just one of the many reasons people love our apartments in Denver. The Apartments at Denver Place is right downtown and conveniently located within walking distance of all the fun things Denver has to offer. Stop by and let your dog sniff out his soon-to-be-new home today!
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