How to train dogs to eat indiscriminately when they go out

On a sunny day, taking a dog for a walk should be a warm and comfortable time, but when the dog is always sniffing and licking on the road, wanting to stuff everything into its mouth, this beautiful moment is replaced by worry. Dogs like to eat indiscriminately when they go out, which not only makes their owners worry about hygiene issues, but more seriously, dogs may accidentally ingest toxic and harmful substances, endangering their lives and health. So, how to train dogs to break this bad habit has become an important issue that every dog lover must face.

There are various reasons behind dogs eating indiscriminately when they go out. Instinctively speaking, dogs' ancestors were wolves. When surviving in the wild, it is a survival instinct to not miss any possible food sources in order to obtain enough food to sustain life. Although dogs have undergone significant changes in their living environment through domestication, this instinct is still preserved in their genes. When they smell various novel smells outdoors, especially those with food aromas, their instincts drive them to explore and try.

Curiosity is also a major driving force for dogs to eat indiscriminately. Dogs are full of curiosity about the world around them, and every new thing can arouse their interest. The small objects on the roadside and fallen food debris are like mysterious "treasures" in their eyes, attracting them to explore. They don't know if these things are edible, they are simply influenced by novelty. Just like my mischievous dog at home, every time he goes out and sees something small on the ground, he runs over to smell and lick it, completely ignoring my cries.

In addition, a lack of trace elements may also lead to dogs developing pica, thereby increasing their chances of eating indiscriminately outdoors. When dogs lack certain essential trace elements in their bodies, such as zinc, iron, manganese, etc., their bodies will send "signals" to them to supplement by searching for various strange things. In this situation, dogs may not only eat indiscriminately outdoors, but also chew on non food items at home.

Faced with the problem of dogs eating indiscriminately when going out, we cannot simply punish them with physical abuse, but need to use scientific and patient methods for training. Firstly, make sure your dog has eaten and drunk enough before going out. If a dog is hungry, it becomes even more difficult to control itself when encountering food outdoors. So, arranging the diet time of dogs reasonably, so that they have enough satiety before going out, can to some extent reduce their interest in outdoor food.

The correct use of traction ropes is crucial. When going out, use a suitable leash to control the dog's range of motion. When you notice signs of your dog eating indiscriminately, gently pull the leash to bring the dog back to your side and give a "no" command. The tone should be firm but not too harsh to avoid causing fear in your dog. Meanwhile, gently cover the dog's mouth with the other hand to prevent it from touching anything on the ground. By repeatedly performing this operation, make the dog understand that they cannot eat things on the ground freely outdoors.

The positive motivation training method is also very effective. When a dog is able to follow instructions and not eat indiscriminately outdoors, it should be praised and rewarded in a timely manner. You can praise it in a gentle tone, such as "Baby is really good", and give it some small snacks as rewards, such as chicken jerky, cheese chips, etc. Dogs are very intelligent animals. They quickly understand that following their owner's instructions and not eating randomly can earn them rewards, gradually developing good habits.

Establishing a conditioned reflex of 'prohibition' is also crucial. At home, you can do some simple training by placing things that dogs cannot eat on the ground. When a dog tries to eat, immediately give a "no" command and gently pat its nose to let it know that this behavior is not allowed. After multiple training sessions, dogs will instinctively stop what they are doing when they hear the command 'not allowed'.

In the process of training dogs, we need to have enough patience and love. Dogs may not learn all at once and may make repeated mistakes, which is normal. We need to understand them and not give up training or excessively punish dogs due to momentary impatience. Every training session is an interaction between us and our dogs. Through patient guidance, we can not only help our dogs break bad habits, but also enhance our relationship with them.

Dogs' tendency to eat indiscriminately when going out is a problem that requires our attention and resolution. By understanding the underlying reasons, using scientific training methods, and with our full love and patience, we can definitely help dogs develop good behavioral habits. When we take our dogs out again and see them no longer randomly eating, but obediently following us and enjoying the pleasure of walking, the satisfaction and satisfaction are indescribable. Let's take action to protect the health of dogs and accompany them through every wonderful outdoor time.