Purebred Dogs Training - How to Train a Purebred Dog
No breed of dog has ever been so isolated that mating with another breed has never occurred, so the expression ‘purebred’ is relative. However, during the last hundred years or so, there are populations of Golden Retriever, German Shepherds and many others that have bred solely with their own breed. As with any inbreeding program, the results tend to produce both good and bad extremes. One detrimental result is that genetic conditions arise more often as the population becomes narrower. In Golden Retrievers, occurrences of hip dysplasia are more likely to be passed on if programs are careless, though they rarely are. However, a positive result can provide show dogs or companions that have a higher capacity for learning and stronger bodies. Training still remains challenging with these 'superior' types though. Along with excellent physical capacity comes the confidence to tackle more difficult obstacles, the need for more stimulation, and - there's no other way to put it - a high maintenance character. Generally, mutts are more relaxed than purebreds. Consequently, you must commit extra time and attention to basic training. While a purebred will have an improved capacity for attention, they also tend to display more willfulness and are likely to be more independent. All dogs enjoy exercise and play. But often the purebred will want to play 'his' way. To preserve and reinforce your position as alpha (leader) use increased repetition and refuse to compromise. When trained correctly, purebreds can execute a large variety of complex behavior flawlessly, as can be seen from show trials on television. That behavior requires focused training over many hours and months or years though. A superior potential is just that - a capacity. In order to bring out their ability, draw on the dog's strengths. Complicated tricks or routines can be taught, as proven by one well-known woman on the show circuit who has trained her companion to perform a complex dance routine lasting several minutes. The dog backs up, shoots through her legs, winds around in a circle, and much more but always in a pattern. This type of choreography requires the movements to be broken down into short segments and made into patterns so that it can be learnt by the dog. To begin, focus on a specific, like moving backwards as you move forward. Face the dog, starting in ‘sit’, then move to 'up' and step forward. Even highly intelligent dogs won’t always immediately move back on command. This behavior can be promoted by holding a treat or toy above the head and slightly beyond the eyes, moving forward in steps. Begin with one step, then two, then six, then twelve. Repeat daily until the dog can execute the move flawlessly. As with all training, issue a unique tone and word combination to be used with the movement. Correct execution requires extensive praise while patience needs to be shown when failure occurs. The desired result will ensure with patience, repetition and consistency. More Specific Dog Training Articles: | 