Although it technically is a type of command, the ‘no’ command differs quite a lot from most other commands simply because it is the most popular, and also one that has probably been used since before you actually started formally training your dog. In fact, ever since you got your dog you’ve probably been telling it ‘no’ at some time or other, and this may have confused it as to what ‘no’ really means.
Some dogs, however, grasp the concept of ‘no’ naturally, and if that’s the case then you needn’t worry about training at all. But if your dog doesn’t seem to know what ‘no’ means, then you’re going to need to take some further steps.
First and foremost, you need to establish a standard way of telling your dog ‘no’. Normally, the best way is to say ‘no’ firmly while pointing your finger at the dog. In no time at all, you’ll find that your dog begins to grasp the meaning of the word ‘no’, and when that happens you’re pretty much home free and ready to test it out further.
Try putting your dog through various exercises and say ‘no’ at certain points. Observe your dog’s reaction to the term. Does it stop it from doing what it is in the middle of doing? If the answer to this is ‘yes’, then you’re on the right track and should be able to fully be certain that your dog not only understands, but will remember, the ‘no’ command.
Be absolutely certain that your dog learns that ‘no’ really does mean no because it could make a huge difference in a large number of ways. Always check that your dog is listening, and paying attention to your command when you issue it.
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