Training is not the same for all; some may find it exciting while others may not. Some can sit for longer training sessions than others. However, the general rule is a good training session is quick, brief, simple and to the point. One needs to ensure that the person receiving training is interested and understands what you are trying to say. The same goes when training dogs, whose attention span is much shorter than humans maybe a few minutes (say two to five).
Hence, you need to make sure that your dog is attentive and interested in learning like when you both have been away from each other for sometime or at any time in the day where you can give undivided attention. However, avoid training after meals as the dog might be tired and food rewards will not motivate it. You also need to be patient, not to push hard or too much at a time, or else the dog shall lose interest. The training session need to be a quickie, a lesson at a time, like sit or fetch or heel. End the session whenever the dog has done or learned something, reward it well regardless of how did the session go. The main aim is that the dog should like the training sessions as then only will it co-operate better.
Dogs need to be motivated to learn and pleasing the owner is on the top of the list, next is dog treats. Cheese and meat/hamburger pieces or frankfurter slices are better than biscuits which take longer to eat.
Just as everyone likes to be praised, dogs too are no different. You can praise it verbally or with pats and treats. You can motivate the dog to do better by rewarding it differently as based on its performance like; treats for excellent, pats for very god and verbal praise for good performance. Be careful with praises and rewards, be balanced and realistic or else the dog will stop trying to improve and the same goes for criticism.
Even when the dog grows up the rewards should not be stopped especially the treats as verbal praise tend to lose their effect more rapidly than the treats. A puppy would be overjoyed or excited with praise while a grown up one shall be respond calmly.
Another important point is how and what you tell a dog can make all the difference. Our language is nonsense to them and makes no sense. They need to be taught specifically and respond better to short commands. Hence, a simple Pluto, Sit! is better than Pluto, sit, sit down! Why do you not listen? Sit down at once! The latter is confusing and mixed up with other words which the dog does not understand; so the dog is unable to understand and thus appears disobedient. The rule is simple: speak clearly, emphatically call your dog by its name and then command it in one or two words like these basic commands: Down, Come, Stand, Sit, Stay and. Heel.
Dachshund is an intelligent hound dog having willful and sturdy personality. The common features are short legs, long body, long drooping ears and sleek coat. They are also called as "Teckel". They come in three different sizes, miniature, toy and standard. They can be wired haired, shorthaired or even longhaired.
Dachshunds are typically stubborn and independent. With rewarding-method and constant training they can better be transformed into a fully mature sociable breed. Training dachshunds need considerable diligence and patience. Dachshund obedience training includes socializing with strangers and house training. Since they belong to hunting breed, they require proper training for getting along with various types of pet animals like cats, birds etc.
Dachshund obedience training requires extensive desensitizing instruction in order to overcome suspicious behavior on outsiders. At a very early age, dachshund should be socialized and trained. Only adult dachshunds require vigorous training. It is important to treat Dachshunds like one's own children. As they hardly respond to harsh training methods, the training sessions should be food based and game oriented.
Eye contact is the most important factor in dachshunds training. Whenever they perform well, they should be praised generously with tasty and nice rewards. Well planned and designed exercises should be introduced in Dachshund obedience training which results in great and amazing changes in the behavior of dachshunds. Only when a proper training is provided, dachshund obeys walking rules; otherwise it is hard to control them while taking them for a walk.
Based on materials, styles and lengths, different types of leashes are available that suit the purpose and taste of owner. Appropriate selection of a right leash for the dog is based on the size, strength and personality of the dog.
Dog muzzle becomes a great rescuer when the dog has the habit of biting. To avoid unwanted barking and biting, the muzzle should be placed over snout of the dog to prevent them from biting and barking. A strong buckle or fastening device can act as a muzzle. Collar is most often used for the purpose of identification, fashion, and control. It would be better if the collar is neither loose nor too tight. At least four fingers should enter between the neck of the dog and the collar.
Internet or CDs available in pet stores are the best tools to learn tips and instructions for dachshunds training. Clicker can be used during Dachshund Training. Clicker is a plastic box of small size with an onside metal tongue. When tongue is pushed and released, clicker makes clicking and sharp noise. Clicker is faster than the time taken to pronounce 'good dog'.
Treat is an important tool in the training. During the course of training, the dog loves to have food. Another important tool during the Dachshund obedience training is the leash, which can be used for teaching commands like lie down, heal and sit. The leash should be very strong to withstand the dog. Comprehensive learning programmes are provided by numerous training schools for the purpose of Dachshund obedience training.
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