Is Dog Training REALLY Necessary?

Dogs are amazing companions that bring love, joy, and slobbery kisses into our lives. They’re always there for us, no matter what. 

A goldendoodle sprinting around in an outdoor park

However, owning a dog comes with responsibilities…and one of them is training. 

But is dog training necessary? In this article, we explore this question and provide some insights into why dog training is crucial for both your pet and yourself as an owner- and will make your life much easier.

Why is Dog Training important?

Dog training teaches specific skills and behaviors to help them be better behaved and obedient. It involves teaching basic commands, such as “sit,” “stay,” “come,” and “heel,” as well as more advanced skills like potty and crate training.

Dog training is necessary for several reasons. First and foremost, training makes dogs safer and more predictable. Proper training helps dogs understand what behavior is expected of them and what is not allowed. 

For instance, if dogs know to sit and stay, they are less likely to run into the street or jump on people. Additionally, if a dog has a good recall command, they are less likely to get lost or run away.

Socialization 

Dog training also helps dogs socialize and adapt to different environments

Dogs that are trained to be well-behaved in public places and around other dogs and people are more likely to be welcome guests in various situations, including family gatherings or trips to the park. 

They are less likely to be aggressive or disruptive, meaning you won’t have to deal with complaints from others.

Strengthens Your Bond

Furthermore, dog training can strengthen the bond between yourself and your pet. Dogs are social animals and crave attention and interaction. 

Young woman training a dog to sit and stay

Training sessions are an opportunity for you to spend quality time with your dog and build trust and respect. 

The process of training also helps your dog understand their place in the household hierarchy and reinforces the idea that you’re the leader.

Prevents Behavioral Issues

Finally, dog training can prevent or resolve behavioral issues. 

Untrained dogs are more likely to exhibit problematic behaviors such as chewing, digging, barking excessively, or even aggression. 

These issues can be frustrating for you and dangerous for your dog and can even lead to surrender or euthanasia if kept unchecked. 

Training can help prevent or mitigate these behaviors, leading to a happier, more well-behaved pet.

Overall, it’s essential to invest time and effort in training your dog to ensure a happy, healthy, and long-lasting relationship with your furry companion.

Don’t Have Time to Train Your Pup?

At Pride & Prejudoodles, we offer both one-month and three-month training programs that include socialization, obedience, house training, and self-control. 

Our Dog Training Program is Ideal for:

  • Families with work schedules that make potty training/all-day supervision difficult.
  • Busy mothers (with potty training or teething children already).
  • Families with health concerns or special needs, who may be unable to keep up with the demands of a young puppy.
  • Those wanting a jump start on their pup’s training and health maintenance before taking over.

We also have our own sweet, socialized Labradoodle and Goldendoodle puppies up for adoption if you’re interested in a well bred puppy that’s already been trained.