When thinking about getting a weimaraner puppy, one thing that requires careful consideration is weimaraner training. As potential owner, it is important that you assess yourself to determine whether or not you are able to provide the training this breed requires. Do you have the time and sufficient knowledge to train the dog? Not just that! You also need to consider your financial resources as pet ownership in general may require you to shell out your hard-earned money to pay for dog food, grooming and care needs in addition to training.
Once you're certain about your capability as dog owner, the next step you have to take is to find out more about this breed, particularly tactics on how to raise a well-mannered pet despite the reputation for being high-strung. After socialization and basic obedience, another important lesson every owner must teach this breed is to walk on leash. As a tough walker (yes, this breed needs long walk daily), learning how to walk the right way without having to get into trouble is vital.
Since the leash is always used with a collar, the initial step of weimaraner training to walk on leash is to get your pet used to collar. Having something attached around the neck can be annoying to most dogs, much more if it is attached to a leash that can prevent him from going anywhere he wants to go. Attach the collar and make certain that it is not too loose that can easily slip out of your pet's head nor too tight to choke him. If he remains calm even with the collar on, reward him with a treat or praise. If he exhibits any sign of undesirable behavior such as barking, don't take off the collar immediately else he will think that he only needs to bark so as to have that collar detached. Wait for him to calm down and give reward.
Once he's used with the collar, attach a leash to it without holding or yanking to get him understand that the leash is not something to be scared of. Allow him to walk around but make sure to supervise since the leash can get caught or entangled on anything. Attach the leash for short periods of time at first then gradually increase the time until he has got accustomed to it completely.
On a beautiful morning (or perhaps afternoon), walk your puppy outside. Hold the leash on one hand and treat on the other. Begin with a few steps first and reward him for doing good. If your little puppy pulls on the leash, stop walking and let him sit or stay until he has calmed down. If he continue pulling on the leash the instant you resume walking, it would be best to change route. If you keep on stopping and changing direction, he'll eventually figure out that the two of you won't be able to go anywhere. Besides that, rewarding him whenever he walks beside you will give him the concept that he'll be rewarded for doing that particular behavior hence will exhibit that behavior again.
After weimaraner training and before you take your weimaraner puppy out, make sure that he is old enough to do so and most of all, he has completed the vaccinations required in your area to prevent him from catching a disease. In addition, it's also important to consider the temperature outside. If necessary, bring drinking water with you or better yet, put off your walking schedule if it seems like the temperature is too hot for him to bear.
Also, don't forget to let him sniff every now and then. It makes walking more enjoyable!
Once you're certain about your capability as dog owner, the next step you have to take is to find out more about this breed, particularly tactics on how to raise a well-mannered pet despite the reputation for being high-strung. After socialization and basic obedience, another important lesson every owner must teach this breed is to walk on leash. As a tough walker (yes, this breed needs long walk daily), learning how to walk the right way without having to get into trouble is vital.
Since the leash is always used with a collar, the initial step of weimaraner training to walk on leash is to get your pet used to collar. Having something attached around the neck can be annoying to most dogs, much more if it is attached to a leash that can prevent him from going anywhere he wants to go. Attach the collar and make certain that it is not too loose that can easily slip out of your pet's head nor too tight to choke him. If he remains calm even with the collar on, reward him with a treat or praise. If he exhibits any sign of undesirable behavior such as barking, don't take off the collar immediately else he will think that he only needs to bark so as to have that collar detached. Wait for him to calm down and give reward.
Once he's used with the collar, attach a leash to it without holding or yanking to get him understand that the leash is not something to be scared of. Allow him to walk around but make sure to supervise since the leash can get caught or entangled on anything. Attach the leash for short periods of time at first then gradually increase the time until he has got accustomed to it completely.
On a beautiful morning (or perhaps afternoon), walk your puppy outside. Hold the leash on one hand and treat on the other. Begin with a few steps first and reward him for doing good. If your little puppy pulls on the leash, stop walking and let him sit or stay until he has calmed down. If he continue pulling on the leash the instant you resume walking, it would be best to change route. If you keep on stopping and changing direction, he'll eventually figure out that the two of you won't be able to go anywhere. Besides that, rewarding him whenever he walks beside you will give him the concept that he'll be rewarded for doing that particular behavior hence will exhibit that behavior again.
After weimaraner training and before you take your weimaraner puppy out, make sure that he is old enough to do so and most of all, he has completed the vaccinations required in your area to prevent him from catching a disease. In addition, it's also important to consider the temperature outside. If necessary, bring drinking water with you or better yet, put off your walking schedule if it seems like the temperature is too hot for him to bear.
Also, don't forget to let him sniff every now and then. It makes walking more enjoyable!
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Jan Gould has been sharing weimaraner training tips at her website. If you wish to get tips from her, feel free to check out her site focused on weimaraner training.
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