Dog Obedience Training

Pomeranian Puppy Training Tips!?

I have a 9 wk old Pomeranian puppy and Im coming to find out she can be quite stuborn :p. I would really love some tips on Leash and House training her (and other helpfull tips ). Im taking her outside to do her business but shes been going potty in her crate during the night (and waking me up early in the morning crying). She also has been tuggin on her leash. Its been 5 yrs since ive had a puppy so im little rusty on some training techniques. thanks!

Congratulations on the puppy, she sounds adorable.

Leash training is simple enough, and she’s young enough to learn quickly. When she pulls, you stop until she turns to you. Give her a treat and move on. Every time she pulls, you stop. She’ll eventually learn not to pull and you can move on to teaching her "Heel."

potty training: Simple Tips

Puppy can hold potty in for as many hours as she is months. IE four months, four hours. You may have to get up a few times a night to let her out, and may have to go to bed later and get up earlier.

Crate should be big enough to sit, stand, turn around, lay down. Any bigger and they go on one side, sleep on the other.

Feed amount noted on bag, broken into three feedings a day at the same time each day. This regulates the bowels.

Pick up food by six and water by seven.

Puppy needs to go out: First thing in the morning, after eating/drinking, after play, and right before bed.

If you notice sniffing, circling, pawing, etc then rush them out.

Take to the same spot each time. Don’t play or let her become distracted. Straight out, potty, straight in.

Treat every time they potty outside. Clap and distract if they go in the house and rush her out.

If you want them to learn to go to the door, take them out the same door each time. When you notice them moving towards the door then take them out. They learn quickly that going to the door means they go outside.

These tips seemed to help our pup. Now she only has accidents when we don’t pay attention to her. Have you thought about obedience class when she’s a bit older? The trainers help with everything and it’s a good way for her to socialize!

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can someone tell me some good techniques to train my new labrador puppy?

anything would be helpful – teaching her to sit, stop chewing on anything and everything she wants to, toilet training tips etc.
I forgot to add my puppy is 8 weeks old, if that helps. Thanks for your answers.
Its more how to tell her that she’s been bad and how to stop her from chewing on shoes and furniture. I think I’ll manage to teach her things like how to sit ok.

My sister has a 5 month old lab and it still chews things but much less.

Replace the shoes with toys it is allowed to chew each time, distract the puppy from the furniture and make sure it has plenty of things to chew.. a kong filled with peanut butter is a favourite or a dental chew toy.
Always have a bag of small treats to hand, cut up ham and cheese in small quantites they love and reward good behaviour with a treat

Puppy training? 6-7 months old?

I recently got a hound dog puppy and I would like any sort of tips of the trade regaurding housebreaking and general training techniques…..chewing, digging, having manners ya know simple stuff. He’s just going to be a family pet….or if someone out there has a hound that really enjoys something……I’m open to any sort of comments regaurding this.

HI there I just got a puppy myself just a few days ago and he is about 6-7 months of age.
What I am doing since I stay at home I am letting him out every 1hr or so . 1/2 hr after he eats. and right after he gets up from a nap . I am working on him sitting down right now also. I keep saying the word sit and gently push his behind down and when he does I give him a treat. He is doing pretty good on that right now.
When you do take him out ask him if he needs to go outside or potty or whatever phrase you use and keep the same phrase so he / she knows what youare talking about.

I am also locking him up at night. I found a nice little kennel at walmart that looks almost like a tent that collapses if you go camping or somebody is watching him for you. I put him in right before I go to bed and first thing in the morning i leash him up and take him straight outside to potty and praise him and give him a treat. I will keep him in that till I know for sure when he is potty trained. I have another dog and I dont want a big pee mess going in the house with them .

Also if you work through the day make sure you keep him in a big enough cage with some water not much, some chew toys, and he will have accidents. Spend alot of time with him in the evennings and work on the potty training. It can be done it might take alittle longer then a person staying home with the pup but dont give up .

Also, I know some people dont like this but it has always worked for me and i have always had loving dogs. If they do piddle in the house and you are catching them in the act, I make him smell it not really rub his nose in it but let him know that is his mess and gently swat him on the butt with a paper and tell him no bad boy and take him straight outside.

If you are consistent with them usually you can have them trained in a matter of weeks

Good luck and have fun

Oh yes if you h avent had him fixed yet get it done very very very soon . He is a male dog and will try to mark his territory all over the house and make a real mess. In fact mine is going in on Wed to have the operation and right now I have to keep a leash on him so I can keep a eye on him because of him trying to mark his territory

How to Successfully House Train Your Dog

No matter how much you love your dog, you would definitely go ballistic once you have seen that your favorite dress has been trampled on, your shoes peed on and your beautiful rug has muddy paw prints all over. In order to prevent such disasters from happening, you need to successfully house train your dog as early as possible. It would really be nice if at a young age, when your canine companion is just a pup, you would already be able to discipline and teach your pet proper pooch etiquette. Much like a child, a dog needs to be taught and disciplined before it can truly be part of your family.

Below are some basic tips that will help you effectively and successfully house train your dog:

Know your dog. Dogs, like people, have different personalities. You cannot expect your new dog to behave exactly the same as your previous puppy, despite numerous training hours. Dogs also need to be able to express themselves and let out their real nature.

To successfully house train your dog, you need to first determine the nature of your dog, its own personality quirks and traits. Observe your dog for a few days before you start the training. See the natural tendencies of your canine friend, particularly when it comes to pooping and urinating. Some dogs like to relieve themselves on dirt or grass, while others on sand or gravel.

If you know the natural tendencies of your dog, its easier to successfully house train your dog. For example, if your pup likes to urinate on concrete or hard floors, ensure that the designated poop and urinating area that you will assign is similar to its designated or preferred areas.

Allocate a small training area to successfully house train your dog. Another important factor that will help to successfully house train your dog is designating a small and specific area for training session. If you have a small dog, you can use a crate as a perfect training location. However, if your dog is big or is already an adult, you might want a bigger area, like a part of your garage, basement or bathroom to conduct training sessions.

It would be good to spend a lot of time with your pooch in the training area you have specified, this will help you to successfully house train your dog. At first, you will notice that your dog might start soiling and urinating in your training location. However, if you let your dog sleep, eat and play in that area, sooner or later it will stop soiling the place. Even dogs do not like to poop in their own sleeping and eating area.

Provide your beloved pooch a toilet area. After giving your dog a chance to determine or realize where its training or playing area is, you should now start introducing your pup to its toilet kingdom. To successfully house train your dog, it is best to accompany your dog to its poop and urinating space a few times so that it will be accustomed to the place. Dogs are usually good at developing habits; thus, if you teach them to do their “thing” on the designated areas, they will soon pick up the habit on their own. As mentioned earlier, remember the dog’s nature in choosing a perfect toilet area.

Regular meal times. Like people, dogs also follow a certain body clock. Therefore, if your feeding time is regular and consistent, you are helping reinforce the pooch’s house training. After a few days of regular feeding or meal time, you will realize that the dog’s poop and urinate periods are also consistent and regular. And you will feel proud for doing a good job to successfully house train your dog.

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puppy training?

Hello,
I have a mini schnauzer puppie that is about 3 months old. I’ve had him for about a month now, and have been trying to potty train him. I didn’t use the crate technique, instead I have one of those octagon type dog pens with a training pad in it, and he does use it when he’s in there. I was told to put him on like a 3-4 hour sytem, where once he’s been in there for that much time I take him right outside first thing and let him go to the b-room until he goes and then let him run around in the house for an hour or so. It’s working well, but I find he is still going in the house when he’s running around. Is it because he is still so young? I though after a month he would be used to going outside by now. I know puppies need alot of attention and need to be watched at all times, but just wanted to know if there is something I’m doing wrong. Maybe it just takes time and he will learn. Any advice would be great. Thanks

He can’t hold it for more than 2 hours at his age, so you’ll need to take him out more frequently. Some puppies will need to go out every hour or possibly more to begin with until they really can control their bladder. When he does have an accident, clap your hands to interrupt, pick him up, straight outside, and when he finishes, praise like crazy and act like it’s the best thing he’s ever done. You need to make sure any spots he had ‘accidents are cleaned throughly with an enzyme pet cleaner, or he will pick up the smell and keep going back to the same spot. Also, I think potty pads are confusing to many puppies, if they can pee inside sometimes but not all the time, they just can’t always draw that distinction, I would get rid of those and go to an outside only system. I started out the same way as you with the potty pads, and it just doesn’t work well. Once the potty pads were gone and it was *always* wrong to ‘go’ inside, the potty training was completed rapidly. A crate will actually help him gain bladder control more rapidly than a pen, so it might be worth a try until he’s potty trained, even if you don’t want to do it when he is older, as puppies generally won’t go in the area they sleep if it’s small enough, so they will learn to hold it until taken out of the crate, when you would take him straight outdoors. These are the suggestions that worked for me, good luck with your puppy!

9 Steps To Puppy Crate Training Success

Crate Training

One of the most dog friendly methods of training your pet is crate training. The process is very natural and uses the den instincts of the puppy or dog to help them understand where a safe place in the house is for them as well as giving them their own space and area. Since dogs naturally do not want to soil this area they are less likely to mess in the crate leading to faster and more efficient housebreaking.

Routines

Crate training works in conjunction with a puppies body functions. Establishing a routine with the puppy will help with the process and will avoid any unnecessary accidents. To use crate training techniques follow the steps outlined below:

Feed and water your puppy at the same times (or as close to the same times as possible) each day. Most puppies are fed at least two to four times per day depending on their age.

When the puppy has finished eating place them in their crate with some toys and soft bedding material. The crate should be where the puppy can still see people and feel part of the family, not where they feel that they are being isolated or punished for bad behavior.

Approximately 15 minutes after placing the puppy in the crate take them outside or to the area that you wish them to use a bathroom. If you puppy has spoiled the crate prior to this 15 minute mark don’t punish them, simply clean the crate and plan the next time to take them out 5 minutes earlier. This is a process of trial and error but you will eventually find out just when the little puppy will go to the bathroom after eating.

Have the puppy walk with you to the outside area or toilet area. Praise them when they go. If they are outside for more than 3-5 minutes and are showing no signs of relieving themselves simply place them back in the crate and try again in no more than 5 minutes. Don’t scold or pay undo attention to them until the go outside and eliminate. Immediately give lots of praise and attention and return them to the house for further attention and socialization.

Puppies quickly learn that by going outside and relieving themselves they will get lots of positive attention and will come back into the house and play with or be around the family.

Cautions with Crate Training

To be sure that crate training is completed correctly make sure that the following occurs:

Make the crate comfortable with toys, soft, washable bedding and lots of ventilation. It is to be a positive place that is the puppies “den”.

Never use the crate as a punishment or isolation area. If your puppy begins to associate the crate with being ignored or punished they will quickly stop wanting to go to the crate.

Keep the crate somewhere that is part of the activity centers of the house so that the puppy can still see people and be in a familiar area.

Do not keep the puppy in the crate for prolonged periods of time. Confining your puppy to the crate is a form of punishment to the puppy and will make the crate a negative place to be.

There are many resources and books about crate training that provide additional information. Crate training your puppy makes it easy to travel with the dog as they are always at home in their crate no matter where you are or what type of transportation you use.

Kelly Marshall
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Getting a puppy for the 1st time, potty training techniques?

Getting a Cavachon puppy in a couple of weeks, this will be the 1st time my husband and I have a pet living with us. I have researched and read plenty on crate training. My concern is that I am willing to do the sacrifice and go home mid day to take the puppy out if needed for a couple of months, but after that i will probabably be out of the house for 10-12 hours, will he ever learn to hold it for that long? and better yet how to transition from crate to outside?

Most adult dogs will be able to hold for 8-10 hours, but I would be more concerned about the dog being alone for so long. Dog are pack-animals and especially companion dogs need a family around them.

I don’t believe adult dogs should be left alone for more than a maximum of 7-8 hours a day, and even less for puppies. More than that on a regular basis and you’re practically asking for trouble. If you have a schedule that means the dog will be alone for 10-12 hours a day, then I would suggest that you wait to get the dog until you have more time for it or that you pick another type of pet. If you’re gone for that long, I could also imagine that you’d be pretty tired once you get home, and a dog that’s been alone home during the day will need lots of exercise, both mental and physical. Many problem dogs are created because they are unsocialized and bored out of their minds.

Also a puppy should not be in a crate for that long, regardless of it getting a play and pee break in between.

Can anyone recommend a good book on ins and outs of puppy training and….?

and also on obedience training?

Obiously the puppy will attend socialization classes and basic obedience courses.. but Im looking for a more "at home training tips and techniques".
Thanks!

Got just the book for you, I’ll bring it over later.

Obedience Training: Why Your Puppy Will Love You For It

Despite their rambunctious behavior at times, puppies are eager to please and they desperately want your love and approval. Much like a newborn baby, puppies need to be taught right from wrong and they need to learn in a way that involves both patience and understanding. Not only can effective puppy training lead to a better relationship between you and your four-legged friend, but it may also save your pet’s life one day.

One of the most popular types of puppy training techniques involves housebreaking, which will teach your pet the difference between his/her home and bathroom and why the distinction is so important. By nature, your puppy will not want to relieve itself in his/her home and will appreciate having a separate area for that sole purpose. When your puppy has structure, he/she will be much happier and healthier.

Obedience training is another important goal of many pet owners. Puppies are especially energetic and, if not trained properly at a young age, can grow into an unruly dog. In order to prevent this from happening, obedience training should begin as early as possible and may either be done by you at your home, or by an instructor. In many cases, your puppy will respond better to you and your commands because he/she is already familiar with you. If you enroll your pet in an obedience training class where other animals are present, your puppy may become anxious or disruptive. If possible, it’s a good idea to train your pet at home by using your own puppy training techniques that will give you full control over methods, treatment and effectiveness.

When it comes to any type of training, your puppy will appreciate the ability to understand your commands. Dogs who never seem to obey their owners lack both discipline and structure. They may never understand the importance of “stay” in the face of oncoming traffic or the “off” command to be used to prevent your pet from jumping up on guests in your home. An unruly pet cannot be taken out in public, may never enjoy a stroll through the park and may have a very difficult time at the veterinarian’s office. While your pup is young, he/she is small and will be controllable. The real problems start when a puppy grows up without being taught how to act in public, how to react to other animals and how to respond to your commands.

Puppy training is most effective when used in conjunction with the reward method. This involves giving your puppy a treat when he/she does something on command and should be followed by loving strokes and praise. Your puppy will learn to respond to the tone of your voice and he/she will love hearing positive tones because this means that you are pleased. Although they seem to be nothing more than a ball of energy at times, your puppy is really hoping for your approval. This desire will especially show through as he/she begins to mature and, with the proper training, your puppy will become very familiar with what “good dog” means. Not only that, but he/she will also know how to earn the title.

There are many great resources for dog training available on the internet. One of the best ways to find these resources is by reading independent reviews and comparison rankings. In this way you can be confident your pet is getting best training possible.

Brian Dolezal
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i just got a puppy and i would like to know some good training techniques?

Sit, stay, shake, come pretty much the basics…

There is only one tried and true proven method that works and creates a reliable dog.

It trains a dogs MIND not his stomach.

http://www.koehlerdogtraining.com