Training your dog to do things might be a long work, but it's something that you should do. For starters, your young doggo should learn how to walk with a leash on its collar, or to start doing its business outside only.

This might be frustrating, but with enough patience, suitable dog training tools, and dedication, your dog will easily overcome every challenge.

If you have a new dog and want to teach them certain things so you two can enjoy your time inside and outside, you'll have to have the right dog training items. Here are some of the most basic tools that will help you in the training process.

This can be very helpful if you want to teach your dogs how to walk nicely on the leash or some more complex tricks like bowing or spinning. The target stick arises from a simple one to fixed-length stick, to sticks with a built-in clicker. When your dog sees a target stick, it can follow the orders much easier.

Your dog will have to learn how to walk with a leash on. This can be quite a challenge when the dog is young. The leash should be long enough to let the dog a bit of slack when it stays close to you during long walks. A waist-clip leash will help you keep your hands free during training sessions. It may be tricky at first, but if you teach your dog that the leash is something that it will wear when you go out (keep the leash near the front door) then with time your dog won't refuse to wear it, but instead would be thrilled to have it on its collar.

No dog training items can go without a collar or a harness. A flat collar will keep your dog's ID tag (super important in case it gets out of the house on its own). And while collars area great, a harness is a far better option for most dogs. The harness can help deter pulling so it will make it easier for you to guide your dog's movements. If you have the challenge to control your dog, a head halter could work jus as well. If you're going through training sessions, then a corrective collar isn't a recommended item.

The clicker is used for marking desired behaviour. It can be used in response to a cue but also when it happens naturally. Clickers come in all shapes and styles, such as handheld models and others that can be placed on your wrist. Some leashes have built-in clickers. Today you can even find clicker apps for your smartphone, designed for training several dogs (witch various distinct sounds for every dog).

You can use all types of barriers such as pet pens, pet gates, crates, and so on. Your dog has to know that certain areas are off-limits. For instance, your dog should learn that your baby's room is off-limits, or that they aren't allowed in the kitchen. This could be especially useful if you're trying to train your dog to stop chewing things. The barrier can help you keep your dog away from the front doors or stairs (this could be especially useful if your dog has a history of running outside on its own, or running upstairs right after it came in especially with dirty paws).

Crate training is one of the easiest and fastest methods of training a dog. This way your dog will have a safe space when you aren't around to supervise them. It will prevent the dog from developing behaviours such as showing or destroying things. Your dog should have a crate because no matter how friendly and playful it is, this animal needs their own comfort and happy place where it can chill, nap and just relax on its own.

When you're training your dog you have to give them something delicious or fun for playing after they have learned to do something. Dogs love getting treats and will memorize this as the great thing that happens after they achieve a new milestone.

Keep the treat close to your hand (especially in the first training days).

When it comes to toys, we all know that dogs love them. To make them stop chewing things and destroying your furniture, you have to give them something to play. So, your dog shouldn't be bored. A few toys would work like a charm. You can get them dispensing toys, squeaky toys (although these can be quite annoying for people). Fill the dispensing toys with treats and give them to your dog. Your furry friend would be happy to sniff, chew and find the hidden treat. This way they will be busy playing and then enjoying the tasty treat.

Some dogs are fearful and may easily develop phobias from things like fireworks or thunderstorms. You should have a few calming aids that will help you keep your dogs calm during such situations. For example, you can get your dog a thunder vest or thunder wraps that would add pressure over the sides and back of your dog, working like a calming "hug".

You can also get dog pheromone collars and sprays that are specially made to calm fearful or anxious dogs. It's best to ask your vet about behavioural supplements that could calm down your dog in situations that cause them anxiety and discomfort.