Many people choose to add a dog into their life for companionship. While some people are simply looking for company in the house, others want a pup that will travel and explore with them. If the latter applies to you, these tips can help you to transform your house pet into an adventure dog.
Obedience Training
One of the first and most important steps in creating an adventurous pup companion is obedience training. If your dog is unable to consistently follow basic commands, you will not feel safe taking him out into the wilderness. You need your dog to listen when you tell him to stop and to follow closely when you say heel. Start obedience training immediately with your puppy or rescued older dog and practice key commands consistently and frequently.
Expose Your Dog to a Variety of Stimuli
If you want your dog to have an adventurous spirit, you need to help him feel comfortable in new environments through the process of socialization. From the beginning, make an effort to get the dog out of the house and let him experience a variety of sights, sounds, people and animals. Take him in the car with you, head to the park together, and stroll through the neighborhood. Have your dog greet new people, encounter different smells, and learn to co-exist peacefully with other animals. All of these experiences will prepare your dog for your grand adventures together.
Invest in Comfortable Transportation
While your efforts to desensitize your dog to travel should help to keep him calm on long trips, a larger vehicle will also help him to be comfortable as you embark on adventures. If you are driving long distances to visit the mountains or the ocean, a roomy vehicle will make the trip more enjoyable for you and your pet. An RV will be most ideal if you drive often, as your dog will be able to sleep side by side with you without worrying about finding a pet-friendly hotel or pitching a tent. While this caliber of vehicle may seem daunting because it can be difficult to maintain, you can make use of covered RV storage when it is not in use. Overall, the benefits of a comfortable mode of transportation will help your pet acclimate to your changing surroundings.
Be Patient With Your Pup
Although you may be ready to hit the road with your dog as soon as possible, he may need more time to acclimate. It's important to take cues from your dog and to keep any experience as positive as possible. If he gets anxious and whiny on your trip around town running errands, your pup may not be ready for an hours-long car trip. Be sure to take cues from your pet in order to continue making progress and avoid bouts of anxiety and apprehension. Also, keep in mind that new skills may take longer than you would expect to be achieved. If your dog isn't seamlessly paddle boarding with you on the first day out on the water, it doesn't mean you won't get there eventually. Just pile on the praise and be sure to have treats on hand, and your dog should pick it up with continued practice.
Keep Your Dog Safe
Once your pup is well-trained, socialized and ready to tackle new adventures, you'll want to take measures to keep him safe and comfortable in all of the new environments and situations you will encounter. You need to know your dog's limitations for exercise and exertion. Some breeds are better built for lots of running and activity, while others do not have a body structure that is compatible with significant exertion. Regardless of breed, you will want to slowly increase tolerance for physical activities. Just as a person needs to slowly add mileage and exertion to their exercise routine, such is true for your dog. You will also need to plan for the weather conditions you and your pup will encounter. If your dog's breed is not tolerant of cold weather, you'll want to outfit him with a sweater and keep cold exposure to a minimum. All dogs can overheat if they get too hot, so take breaks and offer plenty of water in hot and humid weather.
Adventuring with your dog is a fun way to further develop your bond with your pet. Once you take the steps to ensure that your pup is ready and safe, the world is yours to explore together.
sona khan
December 17th, 2019
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