Training

DukesMom · Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:19 pm Post subject:

I started training Duke exactly 1 week after we got him at the age of 12 weeks. I would train about 4-5 times a day in 5-10 minute intervals. He is very very smart and was so easy to train. I would make him sit/stay with other people around and other dogs so he learned to do it with distractions. Now at almost 6 months I take him to the park and take him off leash and he obeys all commands beautifully. I am so proud of him! I just hope I have the energy to work with Gracie this much Laughing

Gracie (10 weeks) already knows how to sit/lay down/ stand up and we are working on stay and come. I don't think she's quite ready for much more yet and I will increase things as I see that she is ready. They are all different. Duke has just been a pleasure to teach and learns so so fast. I can't wait to teach him more advanced stuff. I'm getting a book soon. It's gonna be fun!

sterlingsmom · Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:22 pm Post subject:

jkashlak · Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:24 pm Post subject:

Good for you Very Happy

That is something to really proud of!! I am sure Gracie will do just fine!

jkashlak · Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:26 pm Post subject:

Where did the trainer go Confused

DukesMom · Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:26 pm Post subject:

Yep we have proof Wink

Maybe I'll get my daughter to video tape Duke at the park for more proof Laughing

Seriously I have had alot of dogs and he just amazes me. I am pretty dominant in my training too, but give lots and lots of praise. There were times when I was training him that I almost started to cry because I was so proud of him! And I'm always telling him "good boy" when he does good. I think too many people get caught up in the scolding and forget the praise. That works wonders with him as he loves praise! You can just see him beaming with pride!!!

BAYLOR · Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:27 pm Post subject:

What Banshee13 wrote made me think. I know when you clean an area where a dog has an accident if you do not completely rid that area of the scent they will continue to have accidents there. Baylor does not have daily or even weekly accidents it is every blue moon when I am gone to long or she refused to use the restroom before I left. Honestly there is one spot on my carpet that there is no stain, my house has no urine sent and I have used all the pet odor removers, 409, resolve carpet cleaner just about any cleaner you can think of and if Baylor is going to have an accident she still has it in that spot. I was just thinking that maybe there is still some scent in the kennel/bedding (I know you said you changed the bedding) from the first time it happened.

jkashlak · Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:28 pm Post subject:

I'm proud of myself for teaching my American Bulldog puppy no jumping!! In order for her to get petted she must sit. If not, she will knock my 3 year old flying across the room Confused

She is almost 4 months and 30lbs Shocked

DukesMom · Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:30 pm Post subject:

DukesMom · Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:32 pm Post subject:

Jumping is something we are working on with Duke. He is improving though so that's a good thing. Just a few minutes ago my husband came home and Duke jumped up on him and I yelled at him and my husband said it's ok he's just giving me kisses GRRRR.... I said NO ITS NOT OKAY!

sterlingsmom · Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:36 pm Post subject:

sterlingsmom · Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:38 pm Post subject:

dmi2 · Puppy Joined: 23 Jan 2008 Posts: 7

I do not want anyone to get the wrong impression about when to train your Wiem. Wiems are a very demanding breed of their owner. As far as the cage training goes, I have never found a bedding that will stop them from relieving themselves in the cage. At 7 months old I'm sure you already see how dependent and dedicated he is to you! I have had the most success by encouraging them each time they were feed or took a drink indoors to go outside and relieve themselves. I would also suggest any suggestions from other owners for you to try. Each dog has his or her own personality and there is not one training style that works perfectly for
all. Take all the suggestions and try them!

sterlingsmom · Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:47 pm Post subject:

DukesMom · Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:52 pm Post subject:

As far as when to train....I think that all breeds of puppies should be taught what is ok to get into/do and what is not ok from day one. They don't know any better for gosh sakes! I absolutely do not let Gracie or Duke bite at all.....not even play biting. Dogs rely on you to teach them right from wrong. And as far as obedience/more indepth training goes, you should take the time to really get to know your dog and connect with them and realize that they are all different. I never pushed Duke beyond what I thought he was capable of and I won't with Gracie either. I have done some experiemental training with Gracie beyond sit/laydown/stay and I know she's just not ready yet. We will continue on when I feel she's ready. Duke on the other hand is MORE than ready to move on and learn new things. He's craving it! I can just see the eagerness to learn in his eyes.

Banshee13 · Posted: Wed Jan 23, 2008 10:52 pm Post subject:

Ok then...I give up. I can't help you, but I wish you good luck!
ps. try the bubble wrap! Confused

Peri