Every breed can be trained to learn almost every command.
However, some breeds learn a lot faster than others – making them a lot easier to train. These highly intelligent breeds pick up a command after only about five or six exposures, they more often respond on the first time you give the command, and they remember commands even if they aren’t practiced often. They also learn commands even when the trainer is inexperienced and makes mistakes.
So if you don’t have a lot of the time to spend obedience training your dog, or you are impatient and get frustrated easily, choose a breed which has a high Easy to train. From large to small dog breeds, each have a chance to be trained, increasing the discipline in their lives.
Mar 01, 2009 | | Dog Training
Choosing the right dog breed for you and preparing for the arrival of your dog are two very important steps.
Get clued up on your dog breed info beforehand; use the internet, magazines as a guide. Another great way is to speak to fellow dog lover, an existing dog owner can prove to be very knowledgeable on their dog’s breed.
There are many sources of great information on everything from dog training, dog walking to dog food and dog breeding. You can tailor your intake of knowledge to your own dog’s breed or broaden your knowledge by researching other breeds, picking up valuable advice on the way.
Feb 27, 2009 | | Dog Breeds, Dog Training
The dog you bring home will hopefully be a part of your life for several years. For this partnership to be the best for both of you, it’s important you make the right choice and discover the right dog breed for you.
If you feel you don’t have the knowledge to make these decisions, talk to dog breeders, trainers, veterinarians and other pet owners. All people, whether they are specialists or not, love to talk about their animals and there is a wealth of information available just for the asking. Read as much as you can about the different types or breeds of dogs.
Sometime in this process take time to consider the needs of the dog. Consider your surroundings and lifestyle. Make sure the dog fits into the environment you will be able to provide. Remember the word relationship and how it’s a two way street with each party making both commitments and compromises. In this case, the majority of these burdens will fall on your shoulders. And that’s fair because you are the one who gets to make all the choices.
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