German Shepherd
Training
German Shepherd training and proper
socialization is a must for
your German Shepherd.
Training German Shepherds
Early socialization, positive reinforcement
and
dog training treats may come in helpful in training German
Shepherds.
Training
a German Shepherd Puppy
German Shepherds require lots of attention
and exercise.
They are bold, determined and smart. This disposition does not make
them ideal for first time dog owners. If you are unable to exercise
patience, a GSD may not be for you. They may test your
boundaries by misbehaving or ignoring commands already learned.
In training
a German Shepherd Puppy, make sure you start with the basics:
It is very important to properly train, socialize and
exercise German Shepherds. They were bred to be working
dogs, and are happiest when they have a job. And they love
to learn new things.
Basic Dog Obedience Training
German Shepherds are very smart, showing a
high level of
dog
intelligence,
and
can generally learn
tasks within 2 to 10 repetitions. Since they learn so
quickly, it is
easy to teach them bad habits if you are not careful. Provide
leadership, rules and structure, or your dog will make her own rules.
Since
the GSD is so intelligent, she has the ability to find
ways to avoid doing what you ask. Contrary to popular belief,
the
most intelligent breeds are not the easiest to train. My GSD will
follow commands, but sometimes "talks back" before doing so.
Do You Speak Dog?
You
can say any fool thing to a dog, and the
dog will give you this look that says, `My God, you're RIGHT! I NEVER
would've thought of that!'
~Dave Barry
Proper German Shepherd training allows your
dog to speak
your language.
Dogs communicate mainly through dog
body
language.
There are many different collars
you can get that will help you better communicate with your GSD.
Programs for Training German Shepherds
German
Shepherd training tips are offered in a free 6 day ecourse. Start your
GSD training on the right foot and sign up for free dog obedience
training.
There are also several other guides
for German
Shepherd dog training:
Secrets to Dog Training
A comprehensive training resource for German
Shepherds,
this book covers the basics, as well as more advanced German Shepherd
training tips. Find out more in the guide written by seasoned dog
trainer, Daniel Stevens' Secrets
to Dog Training.
Online Dog Training Video
Dove Cresswell is a Hollywood dog trainer
and has
compiled a video series to help dog owners get results fast. In front
of the camera, the dogs she trains must get it right the first time...
and in several takes. Watch and learn Online Dog Training
Video.
Basic Dog Obedience
Basic dog obedience training classes taught
by a
knowledgeable instructor are
extremely helpful for creating the environment your dog needs.
Consistency and positive
reinforcement work best for all training
techniques with German Shepherds.
German Shepherd Training Tips
Did your GSD come with an owner's manual?
Mine
didn't
either.
If you've never
owned a a dog of this breed, or even if you're an experienced owner,
the German Shepherd Handbook
is a very good read. It contains a variety of German Shepherd training
tips.
German Shepherds must be raised carefully,
with a
consistent and balanced hand. Learn how to properly train and
care for
your German
Shepherd. Or they will end up making their own rules and training you.
Ask the very beasts,
and they will teach you
~Book of Job
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