Dogs are like kids—life is just better when they are obedient. If you have a new four-legged addition to your family, it’s important to train your dog to respond to at least a few basic commands. You’ll need patience, dedication and commitment to effectively train your pooch. Here are some Sweet Relish tips to get you started. Give praise and rewards while your dog is doing the desired behavior. If you wait until after your dog has completed the act and walked away, the dog may not associate the behavior with the command. Be consistent with commands, especially wording. Too many words or variations of the command will confuse the dog...
