I'm looking into adopting a doberman pincher that is 3yrs old. When i saw him he looked very calm. They said that he is house trained and knows some commands. I've always had dogs since they were puppies and have been able to train them very well. My fear is that when I try to train him he will not like it and snap. Can someone please guide me?
2007-02-09 07:53:03 · 14 answers · asked by JoC 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Adopting an adult dog is tuff, first of all you don't know how he was treated by his last owner. And if you are getting it from a shelter
they really don't know the dog, when they bring them in being a stray, or someone drops them off. They don't come with instructions
on what he does or can do. I know one thing-if you put your hand out to him-does he back off? If so this is a sign of an abused animal. You can always by a muzzle, when training him so he doesn't bite. It's a chance you have to take. Or look on line for the breed and see what the pros's and con's are about the breed.
Good Luck
2007-02-09 08:00:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suppose you should focal point on adult puppies. Everyone loves domestic dogs considering they may be cute and sweet, however oftentimes their "cuteness" can lead to them getting spoiled and getting away with dangerous habits. So after they grow up....You've gotten the "naughty adult" canine disorders. There may be quite a lot of info out there on normal dog coaching, but when anybody has the thought that "you can't train an historical dog new tricks"...That simply isn't so...Which you can train them...You simply have got to be trained tips on how to. So for all those grownup puppies who end up in shelters for naughty behavior and subsequently find a new !Residence...Do it for them and their new homeowners! Just right good fortune
2016-08-10 15:33:32 · answer #2 · answered by fertig 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You really need to spend time with him before leaving the shelter with these dog to at least ensure he does know "some commands." That would be the first way to begin validating whether what you are hearing is fact or fiction.
As for training -- older dogs can be trained, but the situation is certainly more challenging.
2007-02-10 00:21:18 · answer #3 · answered by Surfer_Girl_59 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my experience with dogs, over 20 years worth, you can't train
an adult dog over 2 years old to do anything he or she does not want to do. "You can't teach an old dog new tricks." is not just an old wives tale. It's true.
I, once adopted a 3 year old Golden Retriever from the pound. He wasn't house trained and didn't know anything. I put him though obedience classes 3 times with no sucess and wasn't able to house train him despite all my efforts.
In the end, I gave him to a friend of mine that had a large farm. My friend let him live in the barn where it didn't matter if he was house broken or not.
2007-02-09 08:20:42 · answer #4 · answered by txharleygirl1 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Spend some time with him and see whether he snaps. If not, you are fine.
With an adult dog, you can see what you are getting. If you don't like his temperament, don't get him. I've had very good luck adopting adult dogs.
Of course you can train him. He's not senile.
Once he realizes he is your dog, he'll be your best friend.
Dobermans are known for being loyal and protective. He will follow your lead.
2007-02-09 08:10:05 · answer #5 · answered by The First Dragon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely. I got an Afghan Hound when he was 7 years old, he had no previous training. The next year he earned his CD (basic obedience title), placing in the top 3 of his class at all four trials.
2007-02-09 08:11:24 · answer #6 · answered by DaBasset - BYBs kill dogs 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, older dogs can still be trained in all different ways! it might take them a little longer to catch on, but they are still as smart as ever. The only thing is, if he has any bad habits, they will be harder to break. Here is a blog that might help you: http://dogtrainingtips101.blogspot.com
2007-02-09 08:06:16 · answer #7 · answered by couriouscat156 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There've been 3 year old dogs in the training classes I take my dog to at Petsmart, so as far as I know, yes. It seemed to take them a bit longer to catch on, but in the end, they got it.
2007-02-09 07:58:00 · answer #8 · answered by me41987 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We have a 9 year old Jack Russell who just learned to roll over! She could already sit, shake and lay down and had been doing those tricks for years. Then all of a sudden we decided it would be fun to teach her to roll over. So with a box of doggy treats and after a couple of days, she could do it! Now she does it automatically when you tell her to lay down. She is hilarious! Go for it, I say.
2007-02-09 08:03:56 · answer #9 · answered by spyboylover 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes but it's a little harder than training a puppy.
It sounds like a wonderful dog and it's good to have a pet with you!!
2007-02-09 08:09:45 · answer #10 · answered by Scotty_grrl 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋