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Must-Know Tips To Set Boundaries With Your Dog

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by Mallory Knee

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Most seasoned dog owners will tell you that one way to gain your pup’s respect is to lay down the law since you’re the alpha of this pack. By creating boundaries for your dog, you also teach it what behaviors are appropriate in various situations. 

Must-Know Tips To Set Boundaries With Your Dog

However, doing this can be a bit difficult and takes patience, so use these tips to set boundaries with your dog to make things simpler.

Why Boundaries Are Important

Before diving into how to set boundaries, let’s talk about why this is so important. Restrictions teach a dog what behaviors are appropriate.

For example, some dogs love people and jump on house guests to say hello—however, jumping isn’t just inappropriate; it’s also dangerous since a large dog could knock someone over.  

Setting boundaries also reminds your dog who’s in charge and can help lessen the risk of separation anxiety and aggression. One of the top ways to deal with dominant dogs is to establish rules. Remember to remain consistent with this since doing otherwise will lead to confusion for your pup.

Bonus Fact

Boundaries do more than create a well-behaved pooch; they also fulfill its emotional needs. Without rules and a routine, your dog struggles to know its place in the pack, leading to internal stress or displays of dominance.

How To Set Boundaries

Creating rules for your dog and training it to obey isn’t as hard as it may seem—even if you have an unruly pup. Most trainers recommend you begin boundary training by utilizing positive reinforcement and remaining consistent.

A few tips for setting boundaries with your dog include:

  • Train your dog: command your dog on what you want it to do.
  • Be the leader: don’t tolerate begging during mealtimes or food aggression.
  • Correct disobedience: correct your dog in the middle of the act.

Showing leadership can seem tough, but simple things like making your dog wait for your approval before going through doorways are a great start. When your dog displays inappropriate behaviors, the best way to correct your puppy is by ignoring it, as this reminds dogs that disobedience gets it nowhere.

Crucial Boundaries To Set

Some of the boundaries you set are optional, like whether your dog can sit on the furniture. However, other rules are vital to a happy life with your dog. For example, aggression is never acceptable, so remind your dog there’s no need to be territorial—no one’s stealing its food or toys.

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