Utilizing Body Language in Dog Training Techniques

Dogs communicate primarily through body language. You can take advantage of this communication method during dog training.

Correct body language will assist in providing consistent and loving dog training. Pay particular attention to posture and charisma when dealing with dogs as this could prevent any misunderstandings from developing.

Body Language in Dog Training: Utilizing hand signals

Training your four-legged friend should always be about clarity – which means your signals and commands need to be unambiguous and straightforward. Voice alone could unintentionally signal various emotions or moods to him/her; hand signals and similar body language signals provide more definitive instructions.

Signs should have one meaning and never change; here are some examples of body language commands you can use to express them – these examples can be altered as needed!

* To indicate “Attention”, raise your index finger; for “Sit”, point your index finger downward; clarify with a flat hand; and finally for “Off!,” point palm forward.

Accompanying this, continue using voice commands so your dog will learn them if he ever finds himself lost.

These are some of the key mistakes you should avoid when it comes to body language.

Dogs may feel threatened or provoked by unconscious signals in their body language. Staring into your eyes could be perceived as aggression; when patting his head he becomes scared; this causes confusion among humans as when the dog defends himself it becomes difficult for us to understand his reasoning behind protecting itself against attack or provocation.

Do your best to avoid making sudden movements and creating too much chaos; however, if you appear confident and calm while providing clear announcements through body language and voice cues, your dog should easily understand you.