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I will get a 9-week old Tibetan Terrier in about a week and a half. This is just for information.
Thanks!
2006-06-06 17:25:35 · 12 answers · asked by emil775 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Check at your local pet store for a clicker. They will know what you mean. Use it in conjunction with praise and treats. Gradually give fewer and fewer treats. He will associate the clicking noise with being rewarded, and will continue to perform as if he were still receiving treats. If he slips into worse behavior, start over with treats again and work down to just the clicker. Be persistant. It really works!
2006-06-06 17:31:41 · answer #1 · answered by lexxus_gs_400 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Being that your puppy is still young, you should use treats for All Good Behaviors, Right now. This does not mean you will ALWAYS ! have to do so, you will need to ween your dog off treats slowly once you get the behaviors to be reliable. Meaning your dog will sit, lay down and stay on cue and the very first time you ask them to do the command.Good Luck and Congratulations on your new addition!
2006-06-07 00:33:55 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Praise isn't always the key as some dog trainers say. Discipline is the key. Fuss at it when it does bad and love it when it's good. It is not nessesary to give it treats all the time. Just your love and affection. Have a good day!
2006-06-07 00:29:17 · answer #3 · answered by Emily P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When giving treats you have to remember you will not always have a treat handy when you want your pet to do something. Giving love dose wonders, lots of happy sounds coming from you, lots of hugs and petting. they need to know they can trust you and then they will be your best friend for life.
As one of the above answers says, "Get a clicker" they can work well
I too train dogs and I personally never use them but I have seen them work wonders for some teams.
2006-06-07 00:38:28 · answer #4 · answered by Steve 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A lot of dogs just like you to hang out with them.
You should watch The Dog Whisperer on the National Geographic Channel. He has a lot of good advice for dog owners. I'm not sure what time it comes out in your area, but the website is http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/channel/dogwhisperer/
2006-06-07 00:32:14 · answer #5 · answered by Dee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can also reward them with play time or special outings. If they do well, take them to the dog park for some play time, if they don't potty on the floor when housebreaking, give them some extra cuddling.. It doesn't always have to be food, verbal praise works as well.
2006-06-07 01:12:14 · answer #6 · answered by kimsgerbils 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Kind, soft-spoken, upbeat words in a sing-song fashion, petting on favorite spots. A reward of a game of fetch.
Treats for every positive reinforcement is, indeed, a bad idea!
2006-06-07 00:31:11 · answer #7 · answered by Zombie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A really enthusiastic "Good boy" and a pat on the head is a good idea. i had a friend who had dogs, but she didn't always give them treats because then they wouldn't want to eat their kibble. Animals mostly read body language and the sound of your voice to interpret things.
2006-06-07 00:48:36 · answer #8 · answered by sixnow25 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Verbally, "good dog", speak in an upbeat voice, petting, belly rubs, a new toy, going to an of leash dog park, playing tug of war. In general give it extra attention.
2006-06-07 00:29:52 · answer #9 · answered by Andy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have established yourself as the "alpha", your attention via petting and verbal praise will be as effective as food treats.
2006-06-07 00:30:45 · answer #10 · answered by Keith H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋