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by troy2010 on 16 May 2010 - 09:05
Hi,
Troy will turn 4 months in few days from now, I wonder whether I should enroll him for obedience classes or wait for some time. What is the best age to start obedience training? Your reply will be much appreciated.
Thanks & regards,
Troy2010
Troy will turn 4 months in few days from now, I wonder whether I should enroll him for obedience classes or wait for some time. What is the best age to start obedience training? Your reply will be much appreciated.
Thanks & regards,
Troy2010
by YogieBear on 16 May 2010 - 10:05
What are your plans for your dog - is he going to do schutzhund, PPD or just a pet.
I think training starts the minute you get him - but training, in opinion, does different depending on what your plans are for the pup.. At 4 months your puppy is very capable of being trained. So is a 8 week old puppy. Basic stuff, but if you don't start quickly your pup will be 7 months and turn into a living nightmare with no manners or ob...
But please do tell us what you plan to do with your pup..
Yogie
I think training starts the minute you get him - but training, in opinion, does different depending on what your plans are for the pup.. At 4 months your puppy is very capable of being trained. So is a 8 week old puppy. Basic stuff, but if you don't start quickly your pup will be 7 months and turn into a living nightmare with no manners or ob...
But please do tell us what you plan to do with your pup..
Yogie
by DebiSue on 16 May 2010 - 11:05
Get started NOW! Your dog will love the activity and you will appreciate a dog that minds. Just don't over do it. They have short attention spans and can turn sour on you if you over do it. Keep your sessions short and interesting. Always end on a good note. Lots of praise and gentle corrections at this age. Consistency will get you what you want. Regardless of what you plan on doing with the dog you need the basics, come, sit, down, stay. Walking on a leash calmly by your side is a must if you haven't already done this. Once all of this has been mastered you can move on to more advanced OB. Good luck and post pics!
by GSDtravels on 16 May 2010 - 11:05
It's never too early, you just have to go slower with a puppy and the most important thing is, make it fun and don't take it too seriously at this point! Short sessions and lots of praise. Set him up for success! Best of luck!
by animules on 16 May 2010 - 12:05
Every time you do anything with him you are training him. Does he sit and wait to go into and out of the house? Does he go to his crate, kennel, or dog bed when told? Does he jump on you at feeding time or does he sit while you place his bowl down. These are all training day to day manners. Everyday manners can include "training" to get ready for the next steps. Make it fun, happy, Enjoy your dog no matter what your goals.
by yoshy on 16 May 2010 - 12:05
i think nueral imprinting is important to teach life long skills right after 49 days of age- for tasks assigned for its life as well as socialization with people,animals, and enviroment. therefore needing to know your goals for this dog.
if it is a going to be a working dog i would not recommend any pet class, or group obedience classes because the majority of these classes will be in contridiction with the development for a working dog.
so it all depends on what you plan to do with your dog.
if it is a going to be a working dog i would not recommend any pet class, or group obedience classes because the majority of these classes will be in contridiction with the development for a working dog.
so it all depends on what you plan to do with your dog.
by troy2010 on 16 May 2010 - 17:05
Thanks guys for your response. I want him to be good pet companion but most disciplined and adorable! I am not sure whether schtzhund or PPD training is required for a good companion dog (may be somebody can educate me) I have already taught him few commands like sit, come, down and jump but my knowledge about training is not adequate and hence I want to take professional help for this. Troy is very intelligent and picks the commands very quickly, only problem I face to keep him focused. I have already identified a trainer in my area who is willing to train him however I just wonder is this a right time for my baby?
by GSDtravels on 16 May 2010 - 18:05
Schutzhund training isn't necessary for a companion or pet, but it sure is fun! And it does make for a well behaved and happy dog! If you can find a club, and if you have any interest, go try it! If you don't have that much interest or time to spend, an AKC obedience class would probably fit the bill. As long as you keep up with training, you should have a well behaved friend.
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