Dog Health Questions: Dog Training - German Shepherd?

I am bringing my german shepherd pup to obedience classes and just want to know what age would be the best time to bring him?

Dog Training Tips - Basic Dog Training Courses

Recommended Answer:
Both answers are correct...your pup needs to be up to date on all vaccinations (which a reputable class will require) and about 4 months is the age to a) be up to date and b) start classes. However, don't waste valuable time waiting for a class..start the basics the moment you get your pup home...start him on a regular schedule of feeding, walking, playtime and training sessions...Keep the training sessions short (puppies do not have huge attention spans) and always end on a good note with your pup performing something he knows how to do well . Work on some easy basics..sit off, leave it, stay.or wait...stay or wait are things that you start out with 20 seconds and work up to 3-5 minutes as they get older. The classes will reinforce good behavior and provide the distraction of obedience around other people and dogs. It will also promote impulse control...as many pups see the other dogs and want to play. All in all it was a good decision on your part to go to classes...have fun!

Dog Training - Getting the Basics Right

• As soon as the dog has completed the course of vaccinations.
  So that is around 12 weeks of age.
  
  It's also beneficial to go over training at around 6-10 months of age.


• It's best if you get your pup into an obedience class by four months of age.