The weimaraner dog breed is well known for being highly intelligent and athletic breed nevertheless, they still need to undergo extensive exercise and good weimaraner training in order to make certain that they behave in ways acceptable by humans. Additionally, training can also prevent and treat lots of dog issues including your pet's stubborn behavior. Since this breed has a reputation of becoming really stubborn, it is best to know more about this issue to prepare yourself for whatever may happen along the way.
Aside from inherent characteristic, a dog's stubborn behavior may also stem from the owners themselves - physical penalty, harsh treatment and owner's incompetency in establishing himself as leader of the pack to name a few.
First step in working with this issue is to trace back situations in which your dog tends to be very stubborn. Is he usually stubborn or the habit only shows during a select few instances? If your dog obeys other commands you're giving but tends to disobey some, there might have some reasons for this. Like for instance if he will not go outside during potty breaks, it could be that he has an unpleasant experience in that area like having to stay there alone on longer length of time. If that is the case, the best thing to do is to work on the main cause of the problem. So if he's afraid of going outside the house by himself, go with him and make his stay there a fun experience. In no time, he will become accustomed to being there by himself knowing that there is actually nothing to be scared of.
If he tends to be stubborn at all times, reason could be that you have not effectively established dominance over your dog. Train your dog that you're the leader he must obey and respect by not giving in to all his whims and by being the first in doing everything such as walking out of the door and eating. When going out for walks, ensure that he's situated beside or behind you and since you are the leader, you are the one who decides when and where to go. If he pulls on the leash while walking, yank the leash firmly and stop walking until he stops pulling.
Physical punishment isn't recommended during weimaraner training nevertheless, it is very important to correct your dog should he made a mistake. But be careful when giving corrections for it ought to be undertaken on a timely fashion, never two hours or even an hour after the deed is done. Keep an eye on your dog and if you catch him in the act of doing the mistake, correct him instantly. If you see him urinating in the living room, get his attention at once and take him to the area designated as his toilet and let him finish there. By rewarding him whenever situations such as this occurs, he will eventually associate the urinating on that area with rewards and enjoyable experience therefore motivating him to do it there next time.
Maintaining eye contact with your pet and giving commands in a firm, deep voice can also help you control your stubborn dog.
Aside from inherent characteristic, a dog's stubborn behavior may also stem from the owners themselves - physical penalty, harsh treatment and owner's incompetency in establishing himself as leader of the pack to name a few.
First step in working with this issue is to trace back situations in which your dog tends to be very stubborn. Is he usually stubborn or the habit only shows during a select few instances? If your dog obeys other commands you're giving but tends to disobey some, there might have some reasons for this. Like for instance if he will not go outside during potty breaks, it could be that he has an unpleasant experience in that area like having to stay there alone on longer length of time. If that is the case, the best thing to do is to work on the main cause of the problem. So if he's afraid of going outside the house by himself, go with him and make his stay there a fun experience. In no time, he will become accustomed to being there by himself knowing that there is actually nothing to be scared of.
If he tends to be stubborn at all times, reason could be that you have not effectively established dominance over your dog. Train your dog that you're the leader he must obey and respect by not giving in to all his whims and by being the first in doing everything such as walking out of the door and eating. When going out for walks, ensure that he's situated beside or behind you and since you are the leader, you are the one who decides when and where to go. If he pulls on the leash while walking, yank the leash firmly and stop walking until he stops pulling.
Physical punishment isn't recommended during weimaraner training nevertheless, it is very important to correct your dog should he made a mistake. But be careful when giving corrections for it ought to be undertaken on a timely fashion, never two hours or even an hour after the deed is done. Keep an eye on your dog and if you catch him in the act of doing the mistake, correct him instantly. If you see him urinating in the living room, get his attention at once and take him to the area designated as his toilet and let him finish there. By rewarding him whenever situations such as this occurs, he will eventually associate the urinating on that area with rewards and enjoyable experience therefore motivating him to do it there next time.
Maintaining eye contact with your pet and giving commands in a firm, deep voice can also help you control your stubborn dog.
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