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MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
When January arrives, people will often work harder to maintain their New Year’s resolutions.
Interestingly, January is also National Train Your Dog Month, so dog owners often resolve to pick up a new
skill with their furry companion alongside their personal goals.
This is the time of year when dog experts, owners, and trainers come together to share their
knowledge, and social media sites turn into a goldmine of information, advice, and tips for training your canine.
The National Train Your Dog Month initiative was launched by the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT)
in January 2010 in an effort to increase public awareness of the value of proper dog training and socialization
for their well-being. So why January? The reason is that so many people adopt pups around the holidays,
and many of these dogs are given up to animal shelters or abandoned shortly after.
APDT is aware that training may be the deciding factor in whether a dog is able to stay in the home.
National Train Your Dog Month Activities
Teach New Tricks
Adding some fun to your everyday routine is the best way to celebrate the relationship you share
with your animal during National Train Your Dog Month. A great way to do that is through trick training.
Consider a simple and entertaining trick, such as shaking hands, rolling over, standing up, or fetching.
Cheers to Furry Fridays!
You can spend all Friday evenings with your four-legged friend in January.
Take your canine for a walk in the park, visit a dog-friendly museum, or relax with some tasty
treats for your best friend while watching a movie at home.
Share Moments on Social Media
You can set challenges and share photos and videos of your dog’s achievements
with other animal lovers to build a greater dog training community.
Why Is “National Train Your Dog Month” Important?
A Little Support Goes a Long Way
There are many dogs that have to be given away every year because their owners were unable
to train them and found it hard to live with their furry members. But did you know most dogs with
behavior problems sent to shelters can be fairly easily resolved through proper socialization and training?
You can find that hundreds of pets that people adopt or buy during the holidays wind up in shelters.
Because of this, January is the ideal month to encourage new and even experienced pet owners to spend
enough time training their four-legged companions.
Training Is Bonding
Last but not least, keep in mind that training your pup is not only advantageous but also fun.
Dogs need mental stimulation and adore the opportunity to learn and put new skills into practice.
Training time is also quality time for you and your dog to connect, create priceless memories, and
build a solid relationship.
A Community Is Important
Knowing that you’re not alone is always helpful.
Thanks to this month-long event, you can meet many other owners who have a lot in common with you.
Sharing stories, having fun, listening to webinars from industry professionals, or
viewing funny videos are very beneficial.
Do’s & Don’ts When Training Your Four-Legged Friend
What You Should Do
- Reward your dog consistently, but only give it to them after they complete the job.
- A well-trained dog says more about the trainer’s abilities than it does about the canine, so be kind and patient.
- Give your pup some time to digest the instruction and follow it.
- Once your dog has learned a command, practice it in various environments, such as busy streets or crowded areas, to ensure they always pay attention to you.
- Avoid mixing up the commands you introduce to your pup. Teach them one at a time.
What You Should Avoid
- Don’t negatively call your dog’s name because they may associate that name with scolding.
- Don’t reward your dog or give them attention if they behave badly.
- Don’t use punishment.
- Don’t make the training time too long.
