German Shepherd Dog Training
German Shepherd dogs are highly versatile. A properly trained and correctly bred German Shepherd dog could turn out to be the type of dog that dreams are made of, they can be; a wonderful family pet, a highly trained obedience dog, they keep you from harm while you are sleeping and they are pretty to look at. All around working skills is what this breed of dog was designed for. German Shepherd dog training will be the glue that holds the pieces together.
These great dogs are capable of learning at the early age of seven weeks old. By this age the pups’ brain is able to take in some of the simple commands, their bodies are going to take quite a bit longer to catch up though. Teach your puppy games that he will enjoy for years to come.
Exercise will help your dog improve physically and mentally. Teaching tricks is fun and enjoyable. Your dog will be more self assured with more learning. Your dog will learn new commands and signals that can used at a later time. Using treats while teaching tricks is best. Later, after the puppy gets older, he’ll be willing to do tricks for praise only.
The favorite training method for German Shepherds is the positive training method. Training your dog without hurting them is the best way. You will reach your goals faster by using this type of training. Using positive training doesn’t allow your dog to do whatever it wants to do. Acceptable behavior allows them to get their reward. Positive training produces a dog that is happy and eager. Trust is one of the ways a dog will obey. Your dog and you will become a team.
Leash Training
In the beginning, while walking your dog, they might want to carry the leash in their mouth. Carrying the leash is permitted for awhile, but they aren’t allow to chew on the leash. While holding the leash in your left hand, keep the dog to your left side. Start the dog with short lessons. The dog could take several lessons before figuring things out.
The Sit and The Down
The basics for teaching a dog to sit. When teaching the sit it’s best to use treats. Take a treat and hold it in front of his nose, lift the treat up and back. This lets the dog fold his legs under himself for the perfect sit. While lifting the treat, repeat the word “sit”. Reward him with a treat, after he sits.
You start in the sit position, when teaching the down. Starting with the treat in front of the dog move it down and forward. This will get the dog to lower the front legs for the down. Remember, while lowering the treat to repeat “down”. Always reward the dog after his task with treats and lots of praise.
In Closing
The careers of German Shepherd dogs depend on training or lack of it. Training these dogs is an exciting and enjoyable experience. With love and a family atmosphere these dogs will fulfill their destiny.
Tips for Training Your German Shepherd
