Monday, August 31, 2009

German Shepherd Training Guide

By Jim Kuntz

Training a German Shepherd can be a most rewarding and incredibly powerful bonding experience. Working with your dog will not only be fun but it will create a bond that will last forever. You really can't ask for a more loyal companion. This breed is world renowned for its intelligence, protective nature and ability to learn many different commands. Start training early. The best time for your dog to be trained is the puppy phase.

German Shepherd training has to work to mutual benefit of both the owner and the dog. When training a large dog like a GSD you need to understand their temperament. These dogs are very active and need a lot of exercise. Not getting enough activity will make them very hard to train.

This is a highly intelligent and naturally dominant breed. Your dog training needs to establish your control. German Shepherds will test the rules.The entire family needs to involved in the training process so the dog will respect the entire family's authority.

There are many different ways that you can get formal dog training which can actually be rather cost effective. Average people can train German Shepherds in their own homes. Learning basic techniques will really give you all the help you need. If you hire a professional dog trainer remember that the amount of human interaction with the your dog during training is very important.

For those of you training at home you need to be consistent. It is the regular training that will lead to successful training and proper behavior. There will be times when your pup is overly playful, or seems to be unresponsive. During these times you need to be strong. This will establish the natural hierarchy. You will be seen as the leader of the pack the one calling the shots.

Be firm from the first moment your puppy arrives to your home. Teach all your children how to maintain teach the pup. Maintaining the same level of firmness will speed up the training process. Training doesn't need to be harsh. You can be affectionate yet firm. This will require some discipline but will help your pup fit in quickly with the family.

Establish boundaries while creating a high level of comfort for your dog. Your training should that reinforces the necessary roles the dog should learn and maintain in your home. Disciplined training will allow you to have a loving pet who protects your home and family and respects the house rules. Any exceptions in your training techniques will undermine your work so training and rewarding so be a continual project.

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