According to the American Kennel Club there are a total of 200 dog breeds; with so many options many people don’t know which breed to pick that will be the best fit for their family. After purchasing their animal owners tend to struggle with the training process.

According to Pet356 94% of respondents to their survey reported that they do at least some training with their dog at home and only 6% believed their dog to be perfectly trained.

Janet Edwards, Owner of Stateline Canine and Brianna Fair Veterinary Technician at Manheim Pike Veterinary Hospital provided some tips on dog training and suggestions for dog owners and breeders on Thursday's Smart Talk.

Here are some of the tips that were provided:

Create a clear communication with your dog.
Establish a clear picture of what's good behavior.
Reward good behavior and don't reward bad behavior.
Develop a schedule for bathroom breaks and consistency in where you take your dog to the bathroom.
Use crates properly and moderately. (It ensures that they don't get into anything dangerous and helps to get rid of separation anxiety.)
Use crates as a potty training tool.
Use training tools properly and moderately
Use place training methods
Use slip leads
Don't get training items or buy dogs because they're cheap
Bring you pet to the veterinary for "Happy Visits"
Pay attention to irregular behavior and go to the vet to determine if there's a behavioral or medical issues
Normalize social experiences with other people and dogs
Do your research on breeders and make sure they have proper certifications
Ask adoption clinics and breeders what dog is best for your family type
For breeders, make sure the parents don't have genetical or social problems

Edwards, said if a trainer is working with a dog they take about 4 to 6 weeks to train them.

Janet and Brianna thank you both for being with us today.

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