All dog owners know how energetic their dogs can be.

Dogs typically enjoy running and playing and generally domore high-energy activities than cats.

No wonder why you’re likely to find pet owners referring to themselves as pet parents.

A golden retriever smiling for the camera

Caring for pets is almost as much time and energy as caring for a child,iHeartdogsnoted.

That provides a little insight into why dog training is necessary.

Trained dogs have an easier timeinteracting with other dogs and are generally easier to have around than untrained dogs.

A happy dog

Training your dog will help lessen its aggression towards people, and even other dogs.

Training will also help dog owners develop a better understanding of their pet, but only when done right.

What’s the alternative to this, you ask?

Have a variety of things as rewards toys and walks, for example.

Never use disciplinary methods that will inflict pain on your dog, advisedChewy.

By the way, not all dogs are the same.

So you should watch your dog closely to find out what works.