2007-05-24 13:55:52 · 10 answers · asked by rhojae 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
It is best to start training your puppy immediately once you get him so he doesn't learn any bad habits. You start with the basics, house training, crate training, sit, stay and come. This way you are consistent and don't confuse the dog with conflicting commands. You can take the dog to most obedience classes starting at 10 weeks. Petsmart has very good dog classes.
The age at which a dog goes from puppy to dog depends on the breed. Large dogs don't live as long and are usually considered adult at 12 months, smaller dogs live longer and can be anywhere from 12 months to 2 years before they are considered an adult dog. Hope this helps you out some!
2007-05-24 14:02:55 · answer #1 · answered by Lauren R 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
MOst dogs are considered adults ay 1 year of age. Large breed dogs not until 2 years old.
Training should start the minute you bring the pup home then off to puppy kindergarden at 8 weeks old. then more training after that.
A well trained dog is a happy dog!
2007-05-24 14:04:39 · answer #2 · answered by ♥Golden gal♥ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are asking when does the puppy advance to the adult stage, my guess is when it becomes a year old. As far as training, start training your puppy as soon as you get one. Work with the pup about 10 minutes on the hour or 10 minutes a day. The pup is easily distracted and tires. The first things a pup is worked with is response to the name and potty trained.
2007-05-24 14:07:05 · answer #3 · answered by CommonSense 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
that depends on teh breed most small dogs are full grown at 1 year and large dogs at 2 years check with your vet for your specific breed.
I start training at 6 weeks
where I live you can take a puppy to puppy training classes at 8 weeks and start obediance training at 12 weeks.
2007-05-24 14:01:10 · answer #4 · answered by Kit_kat 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
a puppy is concidered a dog at 1-2 years old. It all depends on the size and breed of dog. and as faras trainging goes, you should start as soon as possible. It's never too early to start training a good dog.
2007-05-24 14:02:29 · answer #5 · answered by DJ F 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The best time to start training your puppy/dog is as soon as possible. Maybe around 4 weeks.
2007-05-24 13:59:49 · answer #6 · answered by Helpfull 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Depends on the breed.. Large breed dogs tend to take longer to mature and reach their adult size..
Start training basics immediately, housetraining, crate training, manners, etc.. As soon as possible!
2007-05-24 14:06:21 · answer #7 · answered by DP 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
18 to 24 months, depending on size. (The bigger the longer it takes) Start training the basics right away. Their attention span will be spotty at first, but it's still good to start.
2007-05-24 14:04:46 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
start training at once. i suggest 5 months at the latest. i can give you some training tips if needed.
2007-05-24 14:00:24 · answer #9 · answered by cider and sammy 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋
ASAP! AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! As soon as they are born they begin learning stuff like how to nurse from its mother plus you have to socialize it as well.
2007-05-24 14:43:52 · answer #10 · answered by Molly puppy puppy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋