Author: John Mailer
Puppy traing starts one the first day he arrives.Start by
calling his name requently. Leash training should not be any
problem at all. You can start by playing a simple follow
the-leader game the very first day that your puppy is home.
Follow him around and tell him what a good puppy he is. As soon
as he is comfortable with this little game, reverse it by
getting him to follow you for a while. Call to him, teaching
him his name at the same time. Do what you can to get his
attention such as whistling, clapping, and praising. You may
also bend down and extend your arms to get him to come to you.
In about one week, your puppy will follow you just about
everywhere you go. This is the time to start lhis leash
training by adding a light leash. A show lead is a good,
reasonable priced starter collar and leash combination for fast
growing puppies. Put the leash on him and follow him wherever he
goes while keeping the leash loose. If you are taking him
outside from day one, begin with the leash on every time you
take him outside and play the follow-the-leader game off leash
inside the house.
Follow him, let him explore and sniff around, making sure it is
safe and within his boundaries. After about one week of leash
training, he will happily walk and follow on his leash. Every
time you take him outdoors, encourage him to follow you the
same way you did at home. Playing tug-of-war will not get him
to move if he feels stuck. But if you bend down, extend your
arms to the side, and use your sweetest voice, he will gladly
unstuck himself and run right to you.
Once your puppy learns to follow you around on a leash, you are
now ready for the next step. The next phase to leash training
will have a strong positive effect on the way he bonds to you.
You may do this exercise inside or outside your home: Tie the
leash to your belt and have him follow you wherever you go. He
can follow you while you wash your car, water the plants, or
while cleaning the house. Your puppy will then become literally
as well as figuratively close to you.
At first, you may need to give him a little encouragement to
come along. At any rate, he will catch on pretty fast that he
is tied to you. He will accept the bond and walk along with you
everywhere. You can then tie him on for longer periods and give
him your close company while you teach him to stay near you and
to watch you. He will be learning to keep his eye on you and to
identify with you. This type of exercise will create a
meaningful bonding effect between you and your dog.
Remember to stop your puppy whenever he mouths or bites on his
leash. Firmly say "No" and take the leash out of his mouth
without playing tug-of-war. If he persists, repeat the word
"No" followed by a firm but gentle tug upward with the leash to
free it from his mouth. Don't forget that you should praise him
and reward him continually when he reacts correctly to your
command.
About The Author: John Mailer has written many articles about
dogs and puppies and how to train them.
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