Dog lovers often choose to enroll their pets in a dog training class with the expectation that their animals will quickly graduate with the ability to do tricks of the calibre of Lassie on TV!
What they should perhaps be doing, is training their dog at home in an environment where it feels comfortable, without the huge distractions associated with large groups of new and interesting dogs.
It was an old belief that a dog should not be subjected to training until it reaches the age of six months. This belief has now been tested and appears to be without foundation. Take for instance large dog breeds such as German Shepherds or Great Danes. Breeds such as these obtain huge dimensions by only four months of age and are certainly ripe for training long before six months.
One thing that you must take into account when setting out to train a young puppy, is that their attention spans will be short, and obviously the tricks and schooling presented to them should be simple. Concentrate on just one command at a time and remember to use rewards freely as reinforcement.
When you feel that your dog has an understanding of the basic commands, it is then time to expose your animal to groups of people and other dogs to enhance its training in various situations and places.
These simple tactics will ensure that your pup will assimilate with both people and other dogs and you will be well on the way to a pleasant social experience when walking your dog.
If you feel that your dog will benefit from organized classes, now could be the time to enroll...Knowing a few basics, could even see him graduate top of the class!
If their are classes nearby, I would recommend having a look first without your pet, to get an idea of the different styles of advanced training that are offered and choose the class with which you feel most at ease. Costs may vary, so take these into account when making what should now be an informed decision.
Antony Wilton gives out plenty of free dog training tips
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