Reinforce wanted behaviors with treats, praise, toys and attention. This encourages more of that behavior.
Behavior
Redirect poor behaviors into positive ones, like redirecting chewing to a toy.
Redirection
Be consistent in enforcing house rules and boundaries to help your dog understand expectations.
Clear Rules
Brush up on obedience cues like stay, leave it, and down if your dog is regressing.
Training
Only use crates, tethers, or gates for short-term safety, not punishment. They should be positive spaces.
Safety
Be patient, as changing behavior takes time. Use brief timeouts if a situation escalates.
Patience & Timeouts
Discipline should never involve any fear, pain, physical punishment, or intimidation.
No Fear