A rewarding part of dog ownership is successfully training your dog. Training is an excellent way to bond with your dog and will help you build a good relationship with them. Whether young or old - all dogs can benefit from learning some basic commands. These guides can help you with the basics of training your dog. Still, we also recommend dog training classes, especially for more advanced methods such as clicker training. Teaching your dog basic obedience like sit, wait, and coming back when called gives them the freedom to do the things they like to do, like running off the lead and coming with you to meet friends and family, while being safe and under control. Dogs are intelligent animals and most love learning, so training can be a great way to stop them from getting bored. All training should be reward-based. Giving your dog something they like, such as food, toys, or praise, when they show a particular behavior means that they are more likely to do it again. It's essential to find out what your dog likes and what its favorite things are. Favorite treats are often small pieces of meat or cheese. The better the reward, the more your dog will enjoy training and learning.