The Importance Of Dachshund Puppy Training
Training your Dachshund Puppy can sometimes become wearing. Although button cute and seriously adorable, Dachshunds are not the most responsive of Breeds in the world in relation to Dog Training. Or at least that is certainly the case if bad behavior is left to go unchecked. This especially relates to incidents of chasing after cars or people, digging or refusing to Heel when called.
This article is dedicated to priming you with some easy to follow tips and techniques to help your Dachshund Puppy Training to go as smoothly as possible and have your little fella well behaved in no time.
Crate Train As Soon As Possible
Irrespective of Breed, Crate Training is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure that your Dog is as well behaved as possible in the home and settled into a comfortable and manageable routine. In simple terms a Dog Crate is essentially a dedicated space somewhere within your House that is used for your Dogs sleeping quarters and mealtimes. You may also wish to place some of their favorite toys in the Crate for added comfort and stimulation.
The advantages of Crate training come into their own as soon as regular routines are consistently observed. This means that after some period of consistent encouragement your pooch will return to their crate for Eating and sleeping purposes and will instinctively begin to do so without you needing to command them. This way, regular routines are developed and your Dog becomes better behaved throughout the Day and Night.
Popular opinion states that you must begin Crate Training from day one of receiving your Dachshund Puppy. However, I have found that even Adult Dogs respond well to Crate Training as long as the owner remains consistent with feeding and sleeping times.
Reward And Punishment
Dachshund Puppy Training is an ever continuing process. The behaviors that you encourage - and accept, during the first few months at home with you are pivotal in establishing ongoing and lifelong behavioral patterns. One of the most important things to remember is that any Dog irrespective of Breed has a Pack Mentality. That equates to them needing to understand that it is you calling the shots! This doesn't mean being overly firm or cruel to your Pup - far from it. However they do need to consider you as the Alpha Dog. You do this by immediately praising good behavior and showing displeasure when they behave out of line.
In order for Dachshund Puppy Training to work effectively you must be consistent in your actions at all times. The best way to do this is always to immediately act on rewarding good behavior with petting and gentle encouragement. Use a quiet but enthusiastic tone with your Pet, telling them how pleased you are. they will pick up on these sentiments. As you have established yourself as the 'Alpha Dog' they will soon go out of their way to please you. When your Dog misbehaves - as all Dogs do, never strike your Pet. This would only create fear and resentment towards you. What you must do instead is to use a very strong, commanding tone of voice to tell them off. Also, ignoring your Dog for a few minutes after they have misbehaved is another effective way of showing them that you are angry and upset with Bad behavior.
By never ignoring bad behavior and immediately praising good. Dachshund Puppy Training soon becomes routine and enjoyable for you and your Dog. Dachshunds are very intelligent and if the relationship is established correctly between you and your Pup, they will very soon begin to regularly behave according to your wishes. Leading to a happy dog and happy owner!
Games And Exercise In Dachshund Puppy Training
Hunter Breeds such as Dachshunds are full of energy and need this to be channelled in an effective manner to both reduce anxiety and to encourage relaxed behavior in the home. They should be exercised twice a day, preferably in a Park where they will have ample space to roam, run and discover exciting new smells and experiences. This mental stimulation is key for these types of intelligent, enthusiastic Dogs.
Park walking is a fantastic way to introduce your Dog to others. Socialization this way becomes a routine activity for your Pup rather than something scary if Dog socialization is left until they reach maturity. It is usually from a lack of socialization that habits born out of fear such as barking and aggressive displays of behavior emerge.
One of the best ways to exercise your Pup and to initiate Dachshund Puppy Training without them even realizing it is to play games of 'fetch' with your Dog. Doing this will curtail your Puppy's instinct to chase down animals and Cars, as it emulates their natural hunting instincts and offers praise from you when they return the thrown item - such as a Ball.
Training your Dachshund Puppy can sometimes become wearing. Although button cute and seriously adorable, Dachshunds are not the most responsive of Breeds in the world in relation to Dog Training. Or at least that is certainly the case if bad behavior is left to go unchecked. This especially relates to incidents of chasing after cars or people, digging or refusing to Heel when called.
This article is dedicated to priming you with some easy to follow tips and techniques to help your Dachshund Puppy Training to go as smoothly as possible and have your little fella well behaved in no time.
Crate Train As Soon As Possible
Irrespective of Breed, Crate Training is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure that your Dog is as well behaved as possible in the home and settled into a comfortable and manageable routine. In simple terms a Dog Crate is essentially a dedicated space somewhere within your House that is used for your Dogs sleeping quarters and mealtimes. You may also wish to place some of their favorite toys in the Crate for added comfort and stimulation.
The advantages of Crate training come into their own as soon as regular routines are consistently observed. This means that after some period of consistent encouragement your pooch will return to their crate for Eating and sleeping purposes and will instinctively begin to do so without you needing to command them. This way, regular routines are developed and your Dog becomes better behaved throughout the Day and Night.
Popular opinion states that you must begin Crate Training from day one of receiving your Dachshund Puppy. However, I have found that even Adult Dogs respond well to Crate Training as long as the owner remains consistent with feeding and sleeping times.
Reward And Punishment
Dachshund Puppy Training is an ever continuing process. The behaviors that you encourage - and accept, during the first few months at home with you are pivotal in establishing ongoing and lifelong behavioral patterns. One of the most important things to remember is that any Dog irrespective of Breed has a Pack Mentality. That equates to them needing to understand that it is you calling the shots! This doesn't mean being overly firm or cruel to your Pup - far from it. However they do need to consider you as the Alpha Dog. You do this by immediately praising good behavior and showing displeasure when they behave out of line.
In order for Dachshund Puppy Training to work effectively you must be consistent in your actions at all times. The best way to do this is always to immediately act on rewarding good behavior with petting and gentle encouragement. Use a quiet but enthusiastic tone with your Pet, telling them how pleased you are. they will pick up on these sentiments. As you have established yourself as the 'Alpha Dog' they will soon go out of their way to please you. When your Dog misbehaves - as all Dogs do, never strike your Pet. This would only create fear and resentment towards you. What you must do instead is to use a very strong, commanding tone of voice to tell them off. Also, ignoring your Dog for a few minutes after they have misbehaved is another effective way of showing them that you are angry and upset with Bad behavior.
By never ignoring bad behavior and immediately praising good. Dachshund Puppy Training soon becomes routine and enjoyable for you and your Dog. Dachshunds are very intelligent and if the relationship is established correctly between you and your Pup, they will very soon begin to regularly behave according to your wishes. Leading to a happy dog and happy owner!
Games And Exercise In Dachshund Puppy Training
Hunter Breeds such as Dachshunds are full of energy and need this to be channelled in an effective manner to both reduce anxiety and to encourage relaxed behavior in the home. They should be exercised twice a day, preferably in a Park where they will have ample space to roam, run and discover exciting new smells and experiences. This mental stimulation is key for these types of intelligent, enthusiastic Dogs.
Park walking is a fantastic way to introduce your Dog to others. Socialization this way becomes a routine activity for your Pup rather than something scary if Dog socialization is left until they reach maturity. It is usually from a lack of socialization that habits born out of fear such as barking and aggressive displays of behavior emerge.
One of the best ways to exercise your Pup and to initiate Dachshund Puppy Training without them even realizing it is to play games of 'fetch' with your Dog. Doing this will curtail your Puppy's instinct to chase down animals and Cars, as it emulates their natural hunting instincts and offers praise from you when they return the thrown item - such as a Ball.
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