Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Easy Ways for Successful German Shepherd Training

By Patrick Hayes


German Shepherd training can be quite tough if you don't know what you do. Dogs are specifically rowdy and bothersome, making them even more difficult to train. Hopefully, the suggestions on this article will help you get a better understanding of the best way to get your dog under control from now on.

To train a dog, German Shepherd or any other dog breed for that matter, careful thought is required by the owner. Before you start to train a dog, you ought to plan out the strategies suitable for the breed, when and where the training must be done and the goals of training.

Start house training your new pup right away. Bring the puppy to the designated toilet area in your backyard immediately after he wakes up in the morning, after eating, after a nap and before bedtime. Pick a specific command that signifies he ought to relieve himself. When he does, don't forget to praise him highly, and offer a treat as a reward.

In addition to house training, all dogs should be taught the fundamentals of obedience training not only to keep them safe but to protect people and other animals to which they're exposed. Begin teaching your dog how to sit, stay, heel, come and understand the word "no" as soon as he is mature enough to be trained. Even the calmest dog may suddenly start to chase a car, a bike, a cat or a squirrel. Giving the command "no" or "come" should stop the dog in his tracks and prevent him from getting hit by a car or endangering the person or animal he is chasing. Some dogs usually jump on people as a way of welcoming them, but this could be harmful to young children or older people who are not steady on their feet. Telling your pet to "sit" and "stay" eliminates this concern. A well-trained dog not only makes a pleasant companion but also lessens the risk of accidental injury to himself or others.

Be patient. As you are consistent in your training and the dog learns what you expect, you'll gradually see progress. Praise your furry companion for improvements and try to make training sessions a positive time to enjoy with the dog. As the dog learns that you give rewards and praise for quick obedience, encouraging results should follow.

End all of your German Shepherd training sessions with a command that you know that he can do and reward him for his effort. Giving him a task or command that you know he can do lets you reward him without confusing him.




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