When we decide to raise a dog, it's like embarking on a warm and challenging journey. Every dog owner harbors beautiful expectations, hoping that their dog will be well-behaved and obedient to their commands. Whether it's walking obediently beside us during an outing or listening quietly to instructions at home, an obedient dog can not only bring a lot of convenience to our lives but also deepen the special emotional bond between us and the dog. However, getting a dog to fully obey its owner doesn't happen overnight. It requires us to master scientific methods and pour in a great deal of patience and love.
Establishing a deep trust relationship is the cornerstone of getting a dog to obey its owner. Dogs are like sensitive little angels, able to keenly sense the owner's emotions and attitudes. From the moment the dog enters our home, we should give them full companionship and let them feel unconditional love. In the morning, a gentle stroke and a kind greeting; at night, accompanying them to fall asleep peacefully can all subtly draw us closer to each other. When the dog is sick or injured, attentive care and comfort can make the dog rely on us during their vulnerable moments, thus establishing a deep trust. With this trust, the dog will be more willing to follow our instructions because they believe that the owner's guidance is for their own good.
Formulating clear and definite rules for the dog and consistently implementing them is the key to making the dog obedient. Dogs need clear boundaries to understand which behaviors are allowed and which are not acceptable. For example, stipulate that the dog is not allowed on the sofa. Once this rule is established, everyone in the family should strictly enforce it. When the dog tries to jump onto the sofa, stop it in a timely manner with a serious tone and guide it to its own designated area. Conversely, when the dog exhibits the correct behavior, such as staying quietly in the designated position, immediately give praise and rewards. It can be delicious snacks, such as dried chicken and cheese cubes, or enthusiastic strokes and compliments, so that the dog understands that correct behavior will bring positive feedback.
Using simple and consistent commands can help the dog better understand our intentions. The commands should be short and clear, such as "sit", "come", "stop", etc., and avoid using complex sentences or words. Every time you give a command, cooperate with a fixed gesture so that the dog can understand the meaning of the command through both visual and auditory signals. For example, when giving the command "sit", press down with your hand at the same time to guide the dog to make the sitting action. Persistently using unified commands and gestures can enable the dog to gradually form a conditioned reflex and quickly make the correct response when it hears the command or sees the gesture.

The positive reinforcement training method is an effective means of training a dog to be obedient. When the dog exhibits the correct behavior according to our requirements, immediately give a reward to reinforce this behavior. In addition to food rewards, spiritual rewards are equally important. Dogs long for the recognition of their owners. A approving look and a gentle compliment can all make them feel that their behavior has been affirmed. When the dog exhibits wrong behavior, do not scold or punish it because this will only make the dog feel fearful and confused and damage the trust between humans and pets. You can stop the wrong behavior by diverting the dog's attention, for example, giving it a toy and guiding it to engage in other activities.
During the growth process of a dog, socialization training is indispensable. Exposing the dog to different people, animals, environments, and things from an early age can help them learn to adapt to various situations and reduce disobedient behaviors caused by fear or curiosity. Take the dog to public places such as parks and pet stores to let them interact friendly with other people and pets; invite relatives and friends to visit at home to let the dog learn to get along with strangers. During the socialization training process, we should always pay attention to the dog's behavior, give guidance and correction in a timely manner, and help them establish correct social concepts.
Understanding the physical and psychological needs of dogs can enable us to better guide them to be obedient. Dogs need sufficient exercise every day to consume their physical strength and meet their natural instincts. If a dog lacks exercise for a long time, the excessive energy will be released through disobedient behaviors, such as destroying things at home and barking. Taking the dog for an appropriate amount of walking, running, or playing every day can not only keep them healthy but also make them happy and more willing to follow the owner's commands. At the same time, providing the dog with rich mental stimulation, such as puzzle toys and problem-solving games, can exercise their brains and reduce bad behaviors caused by boredom.
Getting a dog to obey its owner is not just a simple skill training but a two-way process full of love and understanding. During this process, we may encounter setbacks and difficulties, but as long as we hold the love for the dog in our hearts, use scientific methods, and guide it patiently, we can get an obedient and well-behaved dog. Dogs accompany us throughout their lives, and we should respond to their trust with love, making every moment of companionship full of warmth and happiness and writing a beautiful chapter of the companionship between humans and pets.