Dog Health Questions: Dog training @ what age?

yeahh just wondering whens the appropriate age to begin clicker training. e.g got it as a 3-5 mnth pup ?

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You should start as soon as you bring him home.

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• You should start training hism as soon as you get him. 3-5 minths is an important stage, you shoud be able to teach him the basics now (sit, down, stay, walk on the lead etc.)
  Also take him out to meet as many people and other anymals as you can. Socialising is very importand at this stage. If you socialise him well now he will become a happier, more outgoing and easier to handle dog


• I was already familiar with clicker training when I got my last dog. Hanna is now ten years old, she was eight weeks old when I bought her and I started clicker training as soon as she settled in.
  
  Dogs must be introduced to the clicker first, I have the instructions for doing this if you need them. Hanna still enjoys doing heel work to music, you can see her in action on YouTube. Go to YouTube and type in "9rhubarb9".
  MDT. I have just visited your Website and read about how to introduce a dog to the clicker. Its great everyone should read this.


• You should have started the day you got him. But there is no better day than today. Please visit my web site and read up about clicker training. Many people do not understand it and click for the wrong behaviours and then they say clicker training does not work.


• You should start training now. That way, the training will grow with the dog and eventually they won't remember where they learned it, it will just be common sense. Good Luck! BTW, if it doesn't work it's not because your dog is too young, it just takes a while and dedication.


• You can go ahead to start, its better and will grow a better bond between you and your dog if you start now.


• As soon as you get a dog you should begin training it. Just so bad behaviours etc can be corrected more easily the younger they are.


• Now. The sooner, the better. Training should start the day you get your puppy home, not at a "certain age".


• As soon as you bring the pup home. Remember to keep the lessons short and sweet with each building on the previous.


• NOW

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Dog Health Questions: Would german shepherds be nice without training?

i was thinking of getting a gsd since my brothers friend has the german shepherd couple and the dog is pregnant he asked him if he wanted one,but iv been doing some reserch and saw alot of gsd attacks .that got me scared cause i wana be able to take it out around people,but i dont want to take the risk of it biting someone and i dont think there are any dog training clases nearby .
i dont know what to do ?
should i get one or not

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Any dog can be mean and attack it if isnt trained properly.

You just need to socialize the dog well, get him used to many people, dogs etc. Dont keep him isolated. Also if it will be male, get him fixed. most of the GSD attacks you saw are probably from schutzhund..the kind of work the police dogs do.

You really should not worry, just do research on how to socialize puppies.
UNLESS the parents have bad temperments, then you may have to work harder with your puppy.

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• Why not check out a library book or dig deep into the internet on training. The secret to a well loved and liked dog is "training." Even if you are a beginner you can learn to train with a mentor or enough books read to start training your puppy. Unless you are willing to go the extra miles and learn about what it takes to care and train, feed, groom, vet care etc. I would wait until you are ready. Just because someone is "giving away" a pup doesn't mean you should get one. Do your research and find out just how much having a puppy costs. The figures will amaze you.


• The only reason you see a lot of German Shepherd attacks is because that is what people want to read. You will also see a lot of "pit bull" and Rottweiler attacks because that is what people want to read. I've seen more Labradors, small dogs and Goldens that are aggressive but no one is afraid them, any dog could be aggressive and attack if they aren't properly trained and socialized. . If the Shepherd is well socialized and trained then it could be a very friendly, well balanced dog.


• If you are scared of the dog, don't purchase one in the first place. Chances are the dog will sense your fear in the end and take advantage of it. On the other hand, German Shepherds are a wonderful and loyal breed of dog.
  
  They are very much devoted towards their owner and do well around smaller children. Just as any breed of dog needs.. training is a MUST.
  Not only does it teach your dog this and that, it keeps them in line.


• If you have never trained a dog, please don't start with a German Shepherd, especially since you already have misgivings.
  You also don't have to take a class to train a dog. Read Don't Shoot the Dog! by Karen Pryor for positive reinforcement training tips. She's brilliant and the book is well written.

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Dog Health Questions: Training dogs for the military?

i'm a junior in high school and LOVE dogs so i want to go into dog training as a career once i graduate. i want to help my country but i don't want to move to join the military. could i train dogs for the military/ police without joining them? also what about school drug dogs?

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School drug dogs are property of Police Departments.
To be able to train military dogs you have to be in the military or former military with a background in Military K9. To train Police K9 units, its the same... you would have to either be a police officer or a former police officer.
The way the training goes for the Army K9s most of the time, is the individual is trained on how to train their dog....it helps create a bond between the dog and the handler.

If you don't want to be in the military or a police officer, you should look into contacting a company that trains security dogs (personal protection) or trains for obedience. You could start out now helping out with paperwork or cleaning up after the dogs (kennel cleaning, giving baths, etc) and work towards becoming a trainer. Kind of like an apprenticeship.

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Dog Health Questions: Should i pay for dog training or try to do it myself?

i recently obtained a male German Shepard about one month old
and want to start training as soon as possible
also if you think i should pay for training were should i go any ideas

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Here's to get your started:
http://www.blog.thecozypet.com/2011/04/g…

Although training housebreaking when he reches 8 weeks is what you should do first.

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• Cllconnie11 is right. If the puppy is 4 weeks old, it should still be with it's mother. No body should get a puppy before 8 weeks. I let mine go at 10 weeks. Also, if you are thinking about puppy class, you have to wait until they are at least 4 months old. Some training facilities require the puppy to be 6 months old. AND make sure the puppy has ALL of it's shots before taking it to a training class.
  
  Now back to your question...
  
  You train the dog! It will strengthen you and the dog. I've trained dogs for 20 years, and the best result is when the owner trains their own dog because the owner learns how to reinforce good and bad behavior, and the dog learns that you are in charge. Take him to puppy training class, there they will teach you how to properly train your puppy. They usually aren't that expensive, between $5-10 per hour session. Go to your local pet store and get information from them as to where you can find a puppy training class in your area. After puppy training class, you can go and take other classes to teach your dog how to do tricks, and become very obedient. These classes wont just help your puppy how to sit and lay. They will also keep them mentally and physically active and wear their energy down.
  
  I have a 6 month old lhasa apso puppy right now who can ride a skateboard, balance on top of a ball and can sit and stay for 5 minutes. You can teach your puppy anything. Just keep in mind that it take patience, patience, patience and time. It isn't always easy. And the number one key to have them learn faster and more effective and learning more tricks is practice!! I learn and practice the tricks in class, but he learns it at home because I practice with him at least 4 days a week for half hour to an hour.
  
  Good luck with your puppy!! You will have fun with the classes!


• He wouldn't be able to go to obedience classes until he has all of his vaccinations(mainly rabies).
  
  You can start training him on your own now, or hire a trainer to come to your home and help. I'd suggest doing training now by yourself, go to a pet store and buy a DVD and books on training. When he is old enough to go to classes-enroll him then. This way he can not only socialize with other people, but he will also learn to listen to commands and focus on you in a public place when other dogs/people are around. It's best to do both just so you have secure training.
  
  ADD: oh wow. I didn't even notice the one month old. I definitely agree with other people who commented on the age. That is way to young for it to be taken away from it's mother. Either return it to whoever you got it from, or take it to the vet to make sure it healthy and to find out how to care for it properly. I'd suggest just returning it to the person who gave it to you(I think it's illegal in some places to sell or give a puppy under two months away/separate it from it's mother)


• Train him yourself. It would be better for his owner to handle him and teach him instead of having a stranger do it. He would probably be much more comfortable with you doing it anyways. There are books and shows on how to train dogs, especially when it comes to certain methods like rewarding for good behavior (going outside to potty, doing certain tricks, etc). Usually i've come to realize that having someone else try to teach my dog what to do wasn't the best way, but it could just depend on the type of personality your dog has. Good luck with whatever you do (:


• Train the dog yourself. You will bond better with the dog and he will enjoy the classes and the interaction with other dogs. Puppy classes start when they are around 3 months (make sure he has all his shots before then) It is great for socilization.
  Giving it to some else just means he will listen well to them...


• Once the dog is old enough, if you do decide to train him yourself, get a good book, like Good Owners, Great Dogs by Brian Kilcommons. I checked that book out from the library when my collie was a puppy and it was a huge help to me. Dogs think differently from humans, so common sense to you doesn't necessarily mean that your dog will be able to get the lesson.
  
  And whatever you do!!! PLEASE do not "spank" or hit the dog, especially for using the bathroom in the house. Get a correctly-sized crate and train him properly!!
  
  You can find that book on Amazon here:
  http://www.amazon.com/Good-Owners-Great-Brian-Kilcommons/dp/0446675385


• Take the puppy back and don't bring it home until it is at least 8 weeks old. It is illegal in many states to sell or give away puppies under 8 weeks. They are lacking an immune system and are susceptible to many possibly deadly diseases.
  
  Once the puppy is older, you need to take the puppy to Puppy Kindergarten when it is 12+ weeks old and Basic Obedience at 6 - 8 months. Here are links to the best trainers:
  The National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors
  http://www.nadoi.org/
  The Association of Pet Dog Trainers
  http://www.apdt.com/
  International Association of Canine Professionals
  http://canineprofessionals.com/
  
  ADD Dogs learn best from watching other dogs in a group setting. It trains and socializes the dog all at the same time. Both critical aspects of raising a good canine companion.


• ONE MONTH OLD?? Are you serious? NO puppy should ever be taken from its mother until it is at least 8 weeks old! This will effect his whole life, most of all his health. If you possibly can, you should take him back until he is older.
  As for training, if you have lots of time and interest in it, you definitely can train your own dog. There is a lot of information online that will help you. Leerburg.com is a good place to start. They have a ton of articles and videos there that are free. Probably your local library has books you could read. It's very rewarding and a lot of fun to train your own dog. You will also end up with a very strong bond between the two of you. Enjoy your puppy, and please try to get him back to his mother for a few more weeks, it will make a huge difference in his life and yours. Good luck!


• Get a professional to train him, but make sure that you are there the whole time with the dog, so he learns that you are the alpha not the trainer.


• A four week old puppy should be with it's mom and litter mates. Right now it can barely walk and is not even weaned. Take the puppy back and wait until it is at least 8 weeks old.


• If he's one month old you need help from a vet first. That is WAY too early to be away from mom. I hope you meant 1 year. Where to go is hard to say, ask your vet or local Humane Society.


• Find a dog training club and sign up for puppy classes. You can then move up to more advanced classes. These classes teach YOU to train you dog. The best way by far.

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