Most dogs love to run and play in the yard. But if your dog can't be out in the yard, the game can easily turn into a nightmare. Knowing your dog safe in the yard is a top priority for many owners, but also for their neighbors. Follow our tips starting from the first step, to teach your dog not to try to escape again.
Steps
Step 1. Teach the dog the command "come"
This is an essential command, probably the most important in dog education. It is much easier to handle a dog that knows the "come" command and carries it out. Other commands such as "sit", "down" and "stop" can also be useful in preventing a potential escape. Don't call your dog using the "come" command when you're going to do something he doesn't like. Instead, go to him, fasten the leash and lead him to the station.
Step 2. Get your dog to exercise
If it is still risky to leave him alone in the yard, it can be useful to take him for training walks. Even when he learns to be quiet in the yard, walks are always useful. They allow you to spend time with him and at the same time work on the controls in an ever-changing environment. Ultimately they will help your dog to vent the accumulated energy that could otherwise be used for escape.
Step 3. Sterilize your dog
Spayed dogs are usually less prone to wandering or attracting attention than other dogs. An unsterilized dog should not be left out of control.
Step 4. Make sure you are in control of your dog at all times
A solid fence can be of great help in putting an end to his escape attempts. Make sure it is tall enough to prevent your dog from climbing over it. Keep it in good condition and repair any holes it could get into. Concrete blocks at the base of the fence can discourage attempts to dig. If a fence is not feasible, you can tie the dog to a long leash tied to a solid support. Make sure someone is watching over the dog, at least until you're sure he can't escape.
Step 5. Devote yourself to dog training
Ultimately, it is your job to make him understand what is right and what is wrong. Go out into the yard with him. If he doesn't respond well to commands, put him on a long leash. Let it run and walk. When he approaches the fence or border, call him and let him come to you. When he comes, praise him and reward him. Repeat this exercise several times. Gradually, he will get tired of being called back and will learn not to go near the fence anymore.
Step 6. Play with your dog
Dogs often run away from the yard because they think there is something more interesting out there. If you make the yard a fun place for him, he will be less likely to escape. Make him play fun games. Do obedience exercises and give them tasty treats every now and then. Give him toys to chew on when you are not actively present.
Step 7. Avoid routine
Courtyards are often boring. Walk the dog on a long leash in the park or open space and let him explore, or take him to a dog park. A dog that tries to escape often does so because he is bored.
Advice
Never hit the dog, for any reason! This type of behavior only generates fear towards you. To maintain a good relationship with him, you simply need to be careful and earn his trust
Warnings
- Never hit the dog, for any reason! This type of behavior only generates fear towards you. To maintain a good relationship with him, you simply need to be careful and earn his trust.
- Don't correct, yell, punish, shake, hit, or make any unpleasant gestures towards the dog that came to you. Don't let anyone do that. The ideal attitude is "nice little dog, we're together again!" Reward him just for staying next to you. Give him some tasty treats, put him on a leash and go out for a leisurely stroll.
