YEP!!!
That he is, but also knowlegeable as they come. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
Best of luck to you and your new pup! I wanted to add my 2 cents worth. Owners
need to be sure that they meet the needs of the dog before they expect
results. Example: most working dogs need much more exercise than the
average pet- if they don't get it they can be destructive, nervous, barking etc.
They are also intelligent and like human companionship. You can never
expect more from a dog than you are willing to give him. Don't expect
behaviour beyond the age of the pup and then resent him when he can't do what
you want.
Originally posted by Cindy Heath: Best of luck to you and your new pup! I wanted to add my 2 cents worth. Owners need to be sure that they meet the needs of the dog before they expect results. Example: most working dogs need much more exercise than the average pet- if they don't get it they can be destructive, nervous, barking etc. They are also intelligent and like human companionship. You can never expect more from a dog than you are willing to give him. Don't expect behaviour beyond the age of the pup and then resent him when he can't do what you want. What do you suggest for games to play with my pup for fun and to keep his mind occupied? I know that a busy dog is a happy dog. I used to have a german shepherd and once she got old enough I would bike her (only after I had her hips oked) and I realize that the puppy is going to be too young and too small yet to even think about biking yet. I have a big fenced in back yard that I spend a lot of time out in along with my son.
A couple of ideas- start early with focus games with tug or ball (get the Flinks video)
burn off a lot of energy. One tip that Bernhard gave was that all toys are 'yours'. You
'let' him play with them - with you. Things he allows his dogs to play with by themselves
are only cow legs (with hair and hoof- try to find that nearby) and big sticks.
I won't throw a tug for my dogs, but I will throw their balls. Walks of increasing duration
are probably the best for pups and allow them to see the world at the same time.
My pup had to spend a lot of time indoors by herself so I would give her a kong
with baby carrots, green beans inside with a little peanut butter to make it interesting.
It kept her busy for hours. Someone else suggested hide and seek with toys or food
which can be played in many different locations. You want your dog to play anywhere
not just in the back yard. More ideas anyone?
April, A few I forgot, <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />
Stay away from Dog Parks until pup is older.
Everything in this pup's world has to revolve around you.
Your dog should have ownership of nothing.
Do not tire pup out during training session.
I prefer not to teach a new command until the present one understood completely.(may take a little longer but worth it)
My FAVORITE: End each Training session on a positive note. (this keeps both of you interested)
If pup having trouble with following a command end session with a command he can obey.
I'm sure other will continue to help with their methods, as I wrote earlier:Be Consistent, Fair, Never lose your Composure when Training. I almost forgot a very important one/HAVE PATIENCE!! Allow your pup to be a pup, don't rush the training.
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