Mary Allen
#19 Use toys properly to improve your pup’s behavior
Toys can be a great way to train your puppy's behavior.
You can use toys to teach your dog proper biting behavior. You can use toys to keep your dog mentally stimulated during the day to keep boredom at bay.
But you should determine when it's game time and when it's not. You must also make sure that your Labrador hands over the toy on command. Especially Retrievers and Labradors in the rowdy puberty age test their limits.
#20 It’s okay if things don’t work out right away
Little Labrador puppies are like children. You have to practice before you get it right the first time. Too many people get too obsessed with training their Labs. When their dog fails, they see themselves as a failure. Training a dog is a long-term task. Each of them has their own personality.
If you've trained many dogs, you know that each puppy requires a slightly different approach. Your dog will learn one thing very quickly, but with another command, it will be totally stupid. So don't worry.
Patience is rewarded with Labrador training.
#21 You train your Lab, not the other way around!
As coaches, we are sometimes our own worst enemies. We actually create or encourage the habits that drive us crazy. Think about your reaction when your dog barks in his crate. You probably go over and let him out because you think he wants to use the bathroom.
Remember what you just taught your dog. "If I bark, I'll come out of my crate." The next time your dog wants to get out of the crate, he'll start barking.
Instead, go to the crate and give the command "quiet" or "quiet." Wait a short time for him to stop barking and then let him out.
Conclusion:
As cute as Labradors may look, they can also be different. They always try to be the leader of the pack and then that ball of fur with the innocent look can become a test of nerves.
Be patient with your Lab, but be consistent.