1. Try it without your puppy first, so you are clear and can avoid confusing them.
2. Ensure the training is done in a calm space that is free of distractions.
3. Make sure your pup has eaten and been to the toilet before you start.
4. Only use positive reinforcement – reward with praise or a tasty treat and mix up what you use keep it interesting for your pooch.
5. Show your pup what you want them to do, don’t physically force them to do it.
6. Be calm and consistent.
7. Keep training sessions short (five to 10 minutes at a time) – and focus on training one behaviour before ending the session with a fun game.
8. Record your progress – you could film it and / or write it down.
9. Be patient. If pup is struggling, stop and go back a step and progress more slowly next time.
10. Have fun and enjoy yourself – if either of you aren’t, pick it up another day.
Tina
a year ago
Minimise distractions - always start lessons for new tricks in a quiet room in your house away from any distractions
Break training up into short but regular sessions so your dog isn't overwhelmed
Be patient - just like us, dogs all learn at different rates so don't worry if your dog doesn't pick things up straight away
Always end with something your dog knows, so the session finishes positively
Have fun - training is a great way for you to bond with your dog!
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1. Try it without your puppy first, so you are clear and can avoid confusing them.
2. Ensure the training is done in a calm space that is free of distractions.
3. Make sure your pup has eaten and been to the toilet before you start.
4. Only use positive reinforcement – reward with praise or a tasty treat and mix up what you use keep it interesting for your pooch.
5. Show your pup what you want them to do, don’t physically force them to do it.
6. Be calm and consistent.
7. Keep training sessions short (five to 10 minutes at a time) – and focus on training one behaviour before ending the session with a fun game.
8. Record your progress – you could film it and / or write it down.
9. Be patient. If pup is struggling, stop and go back a step and progress more slowly next time.
10. Have fun and enjoy yourself – if either of you aren’t, pick it up another day.
Minimise distractions - always start lessons for new tricks in a quiet room in your house away from any distractions
Break training up into short but regular sessions so your dog isn't overwhelmed
Be patient - just like us, dogs all learn at different rates so don't worry if your dog doesn't pick things up straight away
Always end with something your dog knows, so the session finishes positively
Have fun - training is a great way for you to bond with your dog!