House/Obedience Training For New Puppy!

[shepsel]

I have a three month old puppy which I am having a difficult time to house train, and learn basic commands.

Does anyone know of anyone who can come to my home in the city centre to train and teach the dog? I would appreciate any recommendations.

[thaimiller]

not sure about the home visit but the only person I would recommend is Nienke from Lucky Dogs, click on the sponsor link for her contact details.

[BillR]

Crate train the dog. Dogs will not poop and pee where they sleep. Keep it in a crate and when you let it out take it immediately outside and reward the good behavior. When it has an accident you should put its face directly in the mess and slap the dog on its snout (moderately) and put immediately back in its crate. Should take just a few weeks.

[Lobo4819]

Check this out as well: go to dogfetish dot com, and click on the About Training tab. Top notch dog person.

Edited June 20, 2011 by Lobo4819

[uptheos]

Housebreaking Your PuppyHousebreaking often brings on feelings of nervousness and worry, but the process does not have to be stressful—for you or the puppy.

The truth is this is a situation in which you have Mother Nature working with you right from the start. When the puppies are first born, they eat and they relieve themselves inside the den, but the mother always cleans them. There is never a scent of urine or feces where the puppies eat, sleep, and live. When they get old enough, they learn to use outside areas as they imitate their mother.

In this way, all dogs become conditioned never to eliminate in their dens. From two to four months of age, most pups pick up on the concept of housebreaking quite easily since it is part of their natural programming.

Another built-in plus when it comes to housebreaking is our puppy's digestive tract, which is extremely quick and efficient. Five to 30 minutes after the puppy eats, she'll want to defecate. So with a consistent eating schedule, and your attention to the clock, your puppy can maintain regular trips outside.

In the early days of housebreaking, you also want to make sure the puppy has a place to relieve herself where she feels safe; a place that seems and smells familiar. Have you noticed how dogs will often eliminate in the very same spot they've done so before? The scent acts like a trigger.

As always, remember that your own energy is a big factor in your housebreaking efforts. If you are feeling nervous or impatient or are trying to rush a puppy to relieve herself, that can also stress her out. Using a loud, high squeaky tone to encourage your puppy to "go potty" is a distraction to the dog, so try and avoid any conversation at all.

First thing every morning, bring your puppy outside to the same general area. It is important to remain consistent throughout the process so your puppy can learn the habit.

Once your puppy has successfully gone outside, it is important to reward the good behavior. It doesn't have to be a big, loud celebration, but a simple quiet approval or a treat can get the message across of a job well done.

Don't punish your puppy for an accident or do anything to create a negative association with her bodily functions. Stay calm and assertive and quietly remove the puppy to the place where you want him to go.

Done correctly, housebreaking should not be a turbulent production but just a matter of putting a little extra work into getting your puppy on a schedule during the first weeks after she arrives at your home. Don't let unnecessary stress over this very natural, uncomplicated process taint any of the joy surrounding your new dog's puppyhood

http://www.cesarsway...s/Housebreaking

Edited June 20, 2011 by uptheos

[Rooo]

You can also check HERE.

[NancyL]

I think the U.S. show "Dog Whisper" must have some videos on U-tube or on DVD. Our Thai neighbors give their adorable little dog commands in English. It's the only time I hear them speak English. They also praise their dog in English. They seem to use some of the same techniques as the guy on the show and it works well for them.

Edited June 20, 2011 by NancyL

[uptheos]

I think the U.S. show "Dog Whisper" must have some videos on U-tube or on DVD. Our Thai neighbors give their adorable little dog commands in English. It's the only time I hear them speak English. They also praise their dog in English. They seem to use some of the same techniques as the guy on the show and it works well for them.

Nancy, that link in post 5 is to Cesar Millan of Dog Whisperer fame.

[NancyL]

Thanks, I probably should have checked out the link before I posted.

[uptheos]

Thanks, I probably should have checked out the link before I posted.

I've really learned a lot from watching that show and the website is pretty good to.

[bob4you]

I have had many house dogs and found that I am the one that needs training. I finally learned that when the dog is awake and paying attention to me it isn't because he loves me and wants attention, it is because he wants to go outside and do his business. If the dog wakes me up in the middle of the night I don't scold him I reward him with a treat after I take him out for a walk and he does his business. Reward, don't punish.

[NancyL]

I have had many house dogs and found that I am the one that needs training. I finally learned that when the dog is awake and paying attention to me it isn't because he loves me and wants attention, it is because he wants to go outside and do his business. If the dog wakes me up in the middle of the night I don't scold him I reward him with a treat after I take him out for a walk and he does his business. Reward, don't punish.

Sounds like the dog finally got you trained!