often get into trouble. By exercising them
both physically and mentally, you will
eliminate boredom and thence unwanted
destructive behaviour also.
Tip 5 - Get them the
treats they love
Every dog is different, and so are their needs
and preferences. While some like soft and
chewy treats others like slightly hard and
crunchy ones. Look out for what your little
one likes.
Tip 6 - Tell your dog
what you want them to do
Say your dog greets a guest by jumping on
them, so you tell your dog "NO" and there
is nothing wrong with that. However, we
recommend that instead of telling your dog
what he must not do, tell him what he ought
to do to avoid confusion. In this case, ask
him to "sit."
Tip 7 - Age and breed-
appropriate diet
Just like us, our dogs too need a wholesome,
balanced meal. Feed them a high-quality
protein diet and combine it with potatoes,
carrots and pumpkin (also great for skin
and coat). When it comes to choosing a
brand of dog food, get only the age and
breed specific food. The combination of
nutrients in puppy food is going to be very
different from the adult dog food. Also, the
food made for an energetic maxi breed like a
Golden Retriever will be very different from
the food made for a mini breed like a Shih
Tzu. Always recommend your veterinarian
before making a switch in your little one's
meal. with love. Grooming and bathing should be
a relaxing and unwinding session for the
two of you, so enjoy every bit of it.
Tip 8 - Freedom Tip 10 - Consistency is the
name of the game
Allow your dog to earn their freedom
across your house to avoid unwanted
chewing, destructive behaviour and house
training accidents. Keep the doors shut to
unoccupied rooms and use baby gates to
prevent your little one to explore.
Tip 9 - Grooming
All dogs need grooming, and grooming
them will be an enjoyable experience for you
and your pet if you make them accustomed
to the process. Make them feel comfortable
with all grooming equipment like different
brushes, combs, clippers and sprays by
making the entire process positive for them.
Your dog senses your mood and energy,
make sure that you don not groom them
with force and agitation, instead gently and
Since our beloved four-legged friends
are animals of habit, practice training
and exercise your command queues with
them every day in different scenarios and
locations. Just like us, they too have the
tendency to forget.
* A certified Animal Communi-
cator & Canine Behaviourist(11
years). Through his training, he
endeavours to strengthen the bond
pet parents share with their pets,
to help build a deeper connection
between the two. For any training
or behavioural issues, with your
dog, you can always write to at
info@aarondsilva.com