The Different Types of Dog Training
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Hahahaha. Having been owned by Siberians for many years, I will tell you it is a laughable question. Anywho....
Sitting is probably the easiest thing to train any dog to do. With your dog on a leash, hold a treat in front of his/her nose. Then make the treat go behind the dogs head slowly. As they are looking up at the treat, push firmly on their butt and tell them sit. Repeat a bajillion times (ok, not really, but with Siberians it always seem that way). If your dog gets frustrated, STOP the training session. It will only be counterproductive if your dog isn't having fun during training.
Potty training can be difficult with Siberians. I've found that even though they catch on that you told them not to pee "right there" you said nothing about not peeing 6 inches from "there". The best thing you can do is keep your dog on a very strict bathroom schedule. And give lots of praise and treats when they do their business outside. Persistance is key. And don't get too mad when they go inside. Siberians do need a lot of attention, and will often take bad attention over no attention. don't let them train you to give that; it won't do anything for strengthening your bond (which while important in ANY dog is very important in Siberians if you ever plan on getting them to do what you want.)
The key to training Siberians is not make them think it is their idea in in the first place. they do not respond well to negative reinforcement, so only use positive reinforcement. And make sure he/she is getting their much needed exercise every day. If they don't you will be pulling your hair out over everything your dog is getting into to "occupy" their mind. I would highly suggest finding a trainer who has experience with Siberians. They will help you get through the teenage phase!
GOOD LUCK! This breed is not for everyone, but for everyone it IS for they would never live without one!
Dog Training Tips
- call your breeder for mentoring and/or enroll in a basic obedience class
- take to a trainer
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