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Parents are often pestered by their kids who want them to get a dog. Most parents imagine the disruption owning a dog would cause to their lives and try to resist. The result is often that the kids win the argument but it takes a little while.

Having decided on getting a new dog you need to think about the type or breed of dog you would like to get. You may find your local dog rescue center has a selection of dogs they would like to find homes for.

Often you will get your new puppy home and it will straight away make a mess. Suddenly you begin to understand you must start  dog house training. Most dogs avoid messing near their beds because they are clean animals so show the right area for their potty to them.

Remember your puppy is young and new to your home, it doesn’t know what to do and will be nervous. Take your puppy to the potty area if it looks uncomfortable but give it lots of reassurance. If it does it’s business congratulate it and tell it what a good dog it is.

Most dogs are intelligent and can learn new things quickly but you need to practice to reinforce what they have learned. Be very patient and don’t get annoyed about accidents as they will happen and are not done on purpose.

Make sure your puppy can easily get to the potty are you have chosen so he can go if he wants to. When he does give him lots of affection and congratulate him to show what a good dog he is. He will soon learn that he is popular when he goes in the right place and there will be fewer and fewer mistakes.

There are lots more lessons to come later but first you need a house trained dog. A puppy will enjoy being trained to sit by your kids. Your kids will enjoy teaching your dog and can play together for hours.

You can move on to further advanced training with your dog once it understands commands like sit and stay. You should teach your dog to walk properly on a leash by teaching it to walk to heel.

Your dog must not run off to look at new things so it is important you teach it to stay with you.Dogs are fascinated my new things and smells but your dog must wait for your command before it does anything.

Don’t go thinking everyone loves dogs so you should train your dog to behave when visitors arrive. You may love the way your dog licks your face but not everyone will appreciate it.

Becoming a dog owner has rewards but also responsibilities and you take on the duty of care when you get a dog. Your dog must obey your commands so you can prevent it being a nuisance to other people. A well trained dog will behave properly around other people and animals and it will be a credit to you and your family.