I do not have a set schedule, so, I cannot committ to going to an actual class, so, I want to start to train my puppy myself, at home. He is now 12 weeks old. Is that too young to start training the basic :sit, stay, heel & come commands? What’s the best at home method? Do clickers really work? What are other options b/c my dog just seems confused when I tried using a clicker. What are the best books &/or DVD’s that help in training?
My husband and I just rescued a 7 week old puppy from the local shelter. Her mom was caught in a hunting trap out in the woods and actually gave birth to her litter while trapped. Someone found the 7 babies, and the mamma and brought them to the shelter. 2 of the babies have died, and we were worried they weren’t getting the care they really needed. Turns out, we took her to the vet, she had worms HORRIBLE and she has a viral infection. Now, I dont really want to push training on her that much untill she starts to feel alittle better, but I didn’t know if she is too young to be potty trained outside, or the basic commands of sit and stay. She pottys only on the papers we lay down, but has the poopies because shes sick. Anyone have any suggestions about when to start training? Oh yeah, we named her lucky =)
With Collar training, bathroom training etc. all the basics.
Thanks for the inputs so far! It’s not my puppy, so how could i convince my cousin to start training the pup?
(she’s really young, like 6 weeks. apparently the mother was rejecting her. idk though…)
We are getting a golden retriever puppy tonight and was just wondering if any one had any tips or advice for training her? I know the basics, just looking for any personal experience that might help me! Thanks in advance.
I just want to find a package that I can get that has a puppy bed, potty training pads, food/water bowls, chew toys and so forth. This is the first puppy I ever have had and want to start right but not spend a fortune. Thank you all for your input!
