Weimaraner Training: Tips On Teaching A Puppy To Walk On Leash

When thinking about getting a weimaraner puppy, one thing that requires consideration is weimaraner training. As potential owner, it’s important that you assess yourself to figure out whether or not you are able to provide the training this breed needs. Do you have time and sufficient knowledge to train the dog? Not just that! You must also think about your finances as pet ownership in general may necessitate you to spend your hard-earned money to pay for dog food, grooming and care needs in addition to training.

Once you’re sure about your ability as dog owner, the next step you need to take is to learn more about this breed, particularly tactics on how to raise a well-mannered pet despite the reputation for being high-strung. After socialization and fundamental obedience, another vital lesson every owner should teach this breed is to walk on leash. As a tough walker (yes, this breed needs long walk daily), learning how to walk properly without getting into trouble is vital.

Since the leash is always used in combination with a collar, the first step of weimaraner training to walk on leash is to get your pet used to collar. Having something attached around the neck can be annoying to most dogs, much more if it’s attached to a leash that can prevent him from going anywhere he wants to go. Affix the collar and make certain that it’s not too loose that can easily slip out of your pet’s head nor too tight to choke him. If he remains calm even with the collar on, reward him with a treat or praise. If he exhibits any sign of improper behavior such as barking, do not take off the collar immediately else he’ll think that he only needs to bark so as to have that collar detached. Wait for him to calm down and give reward.

Once he is used with the collar, attach a leash to it without holding or pulling to get him understand that the leash is not something to be afraid of. Allow him to walk around but make sure to supervise since the leash can get caught or entangled on anything. Attach the leash for short periods of time at first then gradually increase the time until he has got used to it completely.

On a beautiful morning (or perhaps afternoon), walk your pup outside. Hold the leash on one hand and treat on the other. Start with a few steps first and reward him for doing good. If your adorable puppy pulls on the leash, stop walking and let him sit or stay until he has calmed down. If he still pulls on the leash the moment you resume walking, it would be best to change path. If you keep on stopping and switching route, he will eventually find out that both of you won’t be able to go anywhere. Additionally, rewarding him whenever he walks next to you will give him the idea that he will be rewarded for doing that certain behavior therefore will exhibit that behavior once more.

After weimaraner training and before you take your weimaraner puppy out, make sure that he’s old enough to do so and most of all, he has completed the vaccinations needed in your area to prevent him from catching a disease. Furthermore, it’s also crucial that you take into account the temperature outside. If necessary, bring drinking water with you or better yet, put off your walking schedule if it seems like the temperature is too hot for him to tolerate.

Also, do not forget to let him sniff every now and then. It makes walking more enjoyable!