I was reading that you should train them carefully so they dont become overly agressive or dominant. How do I go about training them the proper way? I want a loving, somewhat protective, gentle dog that gets along with other dogs. Any information in general is welcome also.
2007-01-12 16:06:54 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
How do you train your dog not to chew on things?
2007-01-12 16:25:47 · update #1
I know some dogs bark and bark and bark..is that the same with Rotts? Are they extremely playful by nature?
2007-01-12 16:35:24 · update #2
Socialization with people, other animals, etc. from an early age. GENTLE approach to discipline. Do not yell, hit or scare your dog into behaving for you. Praise the good behavior, ignore the bad behavior. Quiet commands and lots of praise. Teach him/her to sit and be quiet for anything he/she wants... ie. sit to go outside, sit to get meals, sit to be pet, sit before fetching a toy... it teaches deference to humans without scaring the day-lights out of the dog. Best of luck. Be patient and consistent, and I'm sure you'll end up with a lovely pet. Keep saying to yourself, "He/She is still just a baby" I know it sounds silly, but when the pup is chewing your brand new shoes and you feel like screaming, it actually helps. Patience and perseverance!!!
2007-01-12 16:20:48 · answer #1 · answered by NorthernGirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What I can tell you is that I nearly ruined my Rottie cross by using the wrong training methods. By the time he was three he was out of control, then I found out about clicker training. After the first two classes he was a new dog! I recommend it so highly!!!! Your dog doesn't need to be trained to be protective, in fact all he needs to do to protect you is exist. If you want him to get along with other dogs, you need to start now exposing him to other dogs often, and let him socialize with them. The same for people , also he will take a lot of his cues from you. He is naturally loving and loyal, but if you let him take charge he will be more than happy to do so.
2007-01-13 01:50:51 · answer #2 · answered by kldt7 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've had two rotties and they were both wonderful dogs. I didn't have a problem with them barking. Try putting some change(enough to make noise, but not enough to scare him) in a metal can. When your dog barks, shake the can at him and tell him "no bark" DO NOT shake the can right in his face, just close enough so he'll associate the can with his barking. Did you ever try a kong ball (the kind you put treats in) for you Rot? It can keep him occupied for a good while
2007-01-17 19:05:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My rottie is in behavior classes now. We use the clicker approach. Get a book on using a CLICKER. It is a small thing that you hold in your hand that you click when they show a good behavior. Then you give a treat. They associate the click with the treat, and the good behavior. She has learned sit, stay, come, down, and is working on spin, and not jumping. She is an absolute LOVE of a dog, and has only been in class for just over a week. It really works well, it doesn't punish for bad behavior, it ignores it and rewards the good behaviors. Dogs want to please their owners, so this works great. Good luck!
2007-01-19 09:02:44 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I started training mine at a month old:) She is a very smart pup:) She is 6 Months old now.. Lots of patients and praising when she does something you want her to do:) Rottweilers are very easy to train they catch on to everything.. The chewing...I never have had that problem the whole time I have raised rotti's.. All I got to say is but lots of toys:) Bones if anything stuffed animals.. Ropes:) Associate with other animals so that she isnt dog aggresive:( DO NOT hit them to get them to do what you wnat her to do.. Rotti's catch on rather fast so you shouldnt have trouble:) Your pup is going to be dominate whether you want her to be or not mainly if shes going to be the only one for now;)
My baby never barks unless someone startles her or she dont want someone that smells funny by me:) She barks when I tell her to do...SPEAK...LOL
2007-01-13 01:28:41 · answer #5 · answered by Proud Army Wife 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rotts are awesome dogs. They need lots of attention and definately identify with one person as theirs. If you have others living withyou and want the dog to be a family dog it will be. Make sure you are the "Alpha" in the dogs "pack". I've had several rotts over the years 3 of my own and the rest I took in and got homes for. What i've seen as a trend is the seem to prefer to not be around other dogs much unless they are from a very young age. secondly out of 10 dogs none of them liked cats. None of them were raised with cats from puppy age however. They are at heart extremely protective of their family and are truly gentle giants. If you have no experience I would strongly suggest professional training for you and your dog to truly enjoy the gift you have been given by owning him/her.
2007-01-18 14:38:35 · answer #6 · answered by Laura Marie B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rotts can be trained like pit bulls. Love, affection, respect, nothing heavy handed or fear-related. Train them not to chew on things by taking something they're not supposed to chew on, say "no" and give them something they can chew on, then praise them for chewing on what they're allowed to chew on. To stop the dog's barking, figure out why he is barking first. Bored? Give him a toy. Wants attention? Ignore him until he stops barking, then give him attention.
2007-01-17 14:28:17 · answer #7 · answered by apbtlvr 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, try to find treats that your puppy likes, probably almost anything at petco, or petsmart. You can train your Rottweiler to do tricks, and that will help him/her to bond with you. Also, clicker training is effective. You can buy a clicker, at a pet store, petco, petsmart, and when your dog does something correctly in training, you click it, then give them one treat. If your dog is miss behaving, try spraying him/her lightly with a water gun. Also, try just spending time with your puppy, taking him/her to the park, and socializing with other dogs, but make sure that your puppy is on a leash at all times! Good Luck!
2007-01-13 00:25:10 · answer #8 · answered by mysterious girl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get him involved with other dogs the protectiveness will come natural i have 3 of them don't play tug of war with him or any kind of games where it teaches him to bit they need lots of attention start to take things out of his mouth right away and give it back to him create training is also very good when mine are acting up i just say who needs to go to bed and they all go to their own creates if he starts to jump up on you put your knee up my male is 138 lbs and i don't want him jumping on anybody after a while he will not jump any more be kind and pay lots of attention to him mine are big lap babies but don't let them see your inflicting any harm to me or my grandchild they are very loyal
2007-01-20 17:38:27 · answer #9 · answered by myrottie family 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Always remain calm and assertive..........check out Cesar Milan.........he rocks when it comes to training dogs.
2007-01-13 01:10:56 · answer #10 · answered by deb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋