Sunday, December 16, 2012

Secrets to Effective German Shorthaired Pointer Training

By Laura Sutton


Bringing a new puppy home is a joyful experience. But as the weeks drag on, that excitement can turn into annoyance and frustration. You will be frustrated with one more clutter to clean up or a portion of the couch with holes. Bring back that early enjoyment by teaching a dog how to behave. In this post, we're going to go over some of the tips of the trade in German Shorthaired Pointer training.

There are several sources available to help you in developing a successful training program for your furry companion. In addition to the vet, book and magazines on training, you can also discuss with other owners of your same breed. Take the info you've collected and use it to construct a training program developed specifically for your canine companion.

Positive behavior training is the most effective, humane training philosophy. Rather than scolding or punishing your pet in response to an improper behavior, avoid reinforcing it. Negative reinforcement does not encourage trust between you and your dog. Positive reinforcement on the other hand will work magic to instill good behavior in your canine companion. Treats, praise, toys and play time are one of the most popular positive reinforcements you may use during training. When using treats, bear in mind that you must start to taper off on the treats and switch to praise to prevent him from becoming treat-dependent.

German Shorthaired Pointer training must be consistent. If there are various trainers, ensure that they're all being consistent with rewards and commands. Make use of the same phrases and commands in every training session with your dog to avoid confusion. Do not send mixed signals to your four-legged pet when he misbehaves. If you appear to be amused by undesirable behavior, your pooch will assume his behavior is appropriate and will do it again. This will hold off your training and it could lead to discouragement. It doesn't matter how hilarious the misbehavior may be, it's important to correct the dog with consistency.

Always be patient when you train your pet dog. Each dog has a unique pace in how he learns things. Some dogs could learn really fast, while some dogs may take their time. If you're to instill the best behaviors in your furry companion, you should always be patient.

The suggestions presented above can help you get on the right course towards having a solid connection with your furry companion for a few years. You cannot expect to do this immediately. Nevertheless, if you are consistent and remain patient, you can create a better relationship between you and your canine companion.




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