Training Your German Shepherd Dog
The German Shepherd Dog truly is a wonderful animal and not only do they make good working dogs, they also make superb family pets. They are however very different from other pet breeds and need to be handled and trained with a different approach to say your average labrador or poodle for instance.
The GSD is a large, strong athletic dog, which needs a lot of mental stimulation and exercise but a well trained shepherd can learn to do almost anything. These dogs positively thrive on challenging activities and they are so willing to serve their master and please. As a working dog used by most police forces, the very look of a GSD is usually enough to act as a deterrent but when called into action there are few dogs that can match the German Shepherd as an all rounder.
If you are considering becoming an owner of a GSD then you need to consider the commitment to training in order that you have happy, well behaved German Shepherd dog that you can take out safely in public.
If you haven't previously owned one of these dogs then please do not take on a youngster lightly. Being involved in GSD rescue I have lost count of the number of young dogs I have had to re-home because owners bought them without doing a bit of research first.
As youngsters they can be very boisterous and can easily knock over children or elderly relatives, especially if you do not discourage the dog from jumping up when excited.
A bored GSD can be very destructive and if left alone will trash your house and contents with ease using their big teeth and claws. Unfortunately these dogs don't really mature until they are about 3 years old so you are in for the long haul to get through the puppy and adolescent stage
The German Shepherd needs to be well socialised from an early age and needs plenty of exposure to people and other dogs so that they do not develop aggressive tendencies as they mature.
Joining a dog training class from an early age is a good idea and most clubs will accept dogs into the puppy classes from about 4 months onwards. This should be good fun for your puppy and allows him to play and to socialise but it also serves the purpose of teaching him or her what is acceptable and what is not. This will prove invaluable grounding for your German Shepherd training.
When choosing a dog training class do check out a few first as not all classes make German Shepherds welcome and if any club asks that you muzzle your dog, please give it a miss and move on and find another club.
No reputable dog training class would require a dog to be muzzled. If your dog is aggressive towards other dogs there are better ways of controlling the dog safely such as by using a Canny Collar which is a simple effective head collar similar to those used on horses.
The earlier you start training and socialisation the better as GSD's often develop a tendency to be aggressive towards other dogs and also towards strangers and they can become very protective towards their owners and property.
Another important part of training your german shepherd is to get him used to being groomed because they shed copious amounts of hair and although they only moult once a year, it lasts for 365 days. So be prepared for dog hair all over your house, your clothes, in your food and buy yourself a very good vacuum cleaner.
Training your German Shepherd should be very much part of everyday life and is should be fun so stick with it because it really will be worth it in the end.
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Toy Dog Breeds
Toy dog breeds include greyhounds, terriers, pinschers, pugs, chihuahuas, pekingese, spaniels--the official list of the AKC is quite extensive. Regardless of breed, toy dogs are desired for their cuteness and cuddle-ability. Many retain the characteristics of a puppy for their entire lives. This may be one of the big attractions that toy dog breeds hold over larger breed dogs.Diminutive size, however, does not mean that toy dog breeds are less hardy. Once safely past puppyhood, their energy levels and enthusiasm rival any breed of dog.
Some are excellent watch dogs, but they won?t be able to follow through preventing entry of an intruder. The hue and cry of toy dog breeds can be enough to make your hair stand on end!There are several advantages to toy dog breeds. Besides the ease of handling a smaller sized dog, they are more appropriate for apartment dwellers because they do not require as much exercise space as a large dog. Additionally, toy dog breeds usually shed less than...
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Why You Should Never Hit Your Dog- Even When Training
Dear Adam:I will try and make this short and include only the details I think will help. I HAVE read the entire book on line. I will pick up all of the tapes along with the book when I come to USA in May.I live in a third world country. Most of the dogs here are wild, mixed breed or mistreated.We went to another part of the country to obtain a pure bred dog. He is bred to guard sheep...
an older breed and very large. Our dog is 9 weeks old and most of the time is good... just regular puppy stuff.My problem is that I cannot obtain a pinch collar or anything else for giving corrections until I come to USA in May. Sometimes our dog is very aggressive if wanting to do opposite of what we want. Seems he is challenging more often and with greater aggressiveness...snapping and biting.
These dogs here are very UN-domesticated! Any suggestions on how to give a correction with hitting? I growl, spit in food. Don't have kennel or crate yet. Need to find materials and build one...difficult...
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Dog Training - Leash | Collar
Copyright 2006 Mdarma
There are several types of dog training programs in the market.
It is very important that you select, the most suitable program to train you dog.
The dog-training program must cover trainings that you want your dog to follow.
It is important to have a talented and faithful dog for you and your family. The successful program must reinforce the relationship between you and the dog.
A good dog-training program will help you to get the respect of the dog.
This part will cover the
leach or collar training. The leash is the main form of controlling and communicating with the dog in leash and collar training. This is the most popular method of dog training. The other successful and effective method is the reward training. Reward training is also called as positive reinforcement training program.
Both leash and collar training and reward training have been around for a very long time, and...
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Dog Training Collar - Making Your Dog More Manegeable
Dog training collars always looked so mean to me especially the choker collars.
I had one for my dog when I was little.
My dad used it to train my dog.
Apparently, as the breeder and trainer said, they were the only really efficient way to train your dog.
However my dad was nice with ours.
A little slight yank to get the point across and my dog was sure to respond.
However, I have seen people be positively vicious with them; to the point that the dog cried out in pain.
This of course is not surprising when the dog is lifted off of their feet by a chain that is choking the air out of them.
To me the whole dog training collar thing seems to kind of go against a lot of the other stuff I have read.
Everyone seems to say that you should not yell at your dog when they do something wrong, but instead show them the correct behavior and praise them for it.
To this end the choker...
Dog Training Collar - Making Your Dog More Manegeable
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Dog Training - Leash | Collar
Copyright 2006 Mdarma
There are several types of dog training programs in the market.
It is very important that you select, the most suitable program to train you dog.
The dog-training program must cover trainings that you want your dog to follow.
It is important to have a talented and faithful dog for you and your family. The successful program must reinforce the relationship between you and the dog.
A good dog-training program will help you to get the respect of the dog.
This part will cover the
leach or collar training. The leash is the main form of controlling and communicating with the dog in leash and collar training. This is the most popular method of dog training. The other successful and effective method is the reward training. Reward training is also called as positive reinforcement training program.
Both leash and collar training and reward training have been around for a very long time, and...
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Which book is top dog? Click for Joy! named top dog training book of 2003.
New York, NY (ContentDesk) February 13,2003--Which book should you get to train that new puppy or grown dog? Click for Joy!, by Melissa Alexander(Sunshine Books,2003),took home this year's coveted Maxwell Award from the Dog Writers Association of America for best book on dog behavior and training. Click for Joy! explains, in an easy-to-use question and answer format how to create a positive relationship with your dog using the power of clicker training - a powerful, all-positive behavioral system popularized by behavioral biologist and animal trainer Karen Pryor.The award was given out in Manhattan at the annual award dinner the evening before the famed Westminster Dog Show. In addition to the Maxwell Award, Click for Joy! also took home the DWAA's special award
for best training and behavior publication in any bound form. Ms. Alexander, who lives is Seattle, said "I'm floating on air.
I used to read the DWAA winners list every year and dream of being part of it. I'm...
Which book is top dog? Click for Joy! named top dog training book of 2003.
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Sled Dog Breeds And Sled Dog Racing
Sled dog breeds are characterized by endurance, strength, and intelligence. They are usually medium to larger dogs, with a very muscular build, and have helped mankind transport supplies in times before the automobile.
Nowadays, sled dog breeds are found as pets, as well as trained to participate in sled dog racing.
Sled dogs were developed to withstand very low temperatures. Their coats have a double layer, with the undercoat acting as insulation against the ice and snow. Because they have such thick coats, they need regular brushing and grooming. They also shed a lot, especially at the beginning of summer when they lose a lot of their undercoat.
This could be a problem for people with dog allergies.
Traditional sled dog breeds include the Siberian Husky, the Alaskan Malamute, the Chinook, the Sakhalin Husky, the Canadian Eskimo dog, the Seppala Siberian sled dog, the Tamaskan husky, the Samoyed, the Eurohound, the Mackenzie River...
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Discount Tire Company
Discount Tire Companies have come to represent an option that is affordable and can cater to various automobile requirements at economical rates. Discount Tire Companies can be just as reliable as full price tire companies.
Discount Tire Companies are present not just in the United States, but also Canada and some of the European Union countries. In order to understand why these companies are so popular with buyers, let's look at the way these companies operate.
Most...
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What Can I Ask To Ensure I Have A Good Plastic Surgery Experience?
Copyright 2006 Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery
With over 14.7 million people in the United States having cosmetic or reconstructive surgery this year, many people are asking, "What can I ask my surgeon before the procedure to ensure I have a good plastic surgery experience?"
Good plastic surgery can be defined by many people in many ways. Some people may define it by achieving successful results, while others may define it in terms of their surgical experience. While good...
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