Training and education Labrador

People often give birth to dogs. It is important that the pet was trained or trained the most important rules. If a Labrador is about to appear at home, its owner should clearly understand what kind of dog will live next to him, what are its characteristics, and what should be done with it. Education and training are very important aspects of working with any dogs, but each breed has its own characteristics.

The Labrador breed has existed for more than 1000 years, initially these dogs were intended for protective purposes, but this task is harder for them to cope with. Instead of a guard and a defender, we managed to get a great friend, companion and assistant in various affairs.

Due to the nature of the character, the training of a Labrador is quite a difficult task, since by nature these dogs are very active, emotional and impulsive, because it is difficult for them to concentrate on any task for a long time. Despite the problematic upbringing, these animals are considered to be true family dogs. Characteristics of the breed is as follows:

• animal fervent;
• with a playful temperament;
• has a great love for children;
• serves faithfully to his master, trying to help in everything;
• loves long walks in the fresh air.

In addition, it is worth pouring the main advantages of the breed, which help in the successful training, it is:

• good learning of the main teams;
• have an excellent memory, knowing his master and his inner circle;
• stay in a cheerful mood in almost any situation;
• love to play any sports games;
• The possibility of training dogs for children from the age of eight.

In order to bring up an obedient and good dog, it is necessary to begin work as early as possible. As soon as the puppy is strong and began to show character, it is worth taking up the case.

The Labrador is a very active and playful dog, therefore it cannot be raised without any dressure, otherwise cohabitation will bring more discomfort than pleasant moments. To train a dog, you can take him to specialized canine centers where experienced instructors will work. But this option is not for everyone. Professionals are needed only if there is a need to teach the Labrador some specific functions, or if the owner himself cannot cope with his pet.

You can train a dog at home, for which it is enough to read the specialized literature on the subject, watch the relevant video tutorials and decide on what exactly the dog will learn. The optimal time to start training is the age of 2 or 3 months.when the dog is already quite independent, goes out of parental care or shows increased activity.

It is very important to immediately come up with a pet name and constantly use it so that the dog quickly gets used to it. Giving a lot of tasks and teams right away is not worth it, it’s enough to master 2-3 tasks and improve them.

Best education takes place at the age of 3 to 6 monthswhen the dog is at a stage of development that allows you to quickly perceive a large flow of information and memorize it. In order for training to be successful, it is necessary not only to know what the dog needs to give, but also methods of influence in order to quickly achieve a result without injuring your pet.

To independently and correctly educate a Labrador, it is necessary to know the basic rules of dressure, which are as follows:

• it is impossible to beat a puppy, it breeds retaliatory violence;
• it is not necessary to use devices for punishment: strict collars, shocker or noose;
• worth taking into account the natural instincts of your pet;
• To quickly and firmly consolidate the knowledge gained, it is necessary to encourage pet success with delicacies.

To make the process successful, you should consult with a dog handler to determine the correct strategy for working with a dog. It is very important to make it clear to the dog that she has a master — a person whom she must listen to and obey him. To implement this plan you need:

• call the Labrador and let him get used to the nickname;
• try to be all the time in front of a puppy in the first months of his life in a new house;
• play with a puppy, chat, take care as much as possible.

The work must be carried out purposefully, choosing the tactics of rewards for correctly executed teams. As soon as the puppy is 2 months old, it is necessary to teach him to the main teams:

• "To me";
• "A place";
• "Voice / quiet";
• "Fu";
• "Sit";
• "Lie down."

In order for a Labrador to memorize knowledge, it is necessary to serve it in small portions. The first classes should last 10-15 minutes, and as soon as the dog begins to memorize commands and react to them, without being distracted, you can gradually increase the load. The optimal time period to which you want to strive for in the matter of training is one hour, during which the dog must be assembled and concentrated, executing old commands and learning new ones.

It is very important to treat a pet only when he deserves it, without giving anything in advance, in order to stimulate quality and serious work. The first training should be held in a quiet and secluded place, where there will be no distractions.

The training process must be built in such a way that the Labrador performs a specific set of commands, and finish the exercise with what is already confident and good at it, for which to issue a reward. Another important point is the team "Walk", which should sound after each lesson, so that the pet knows that for good work he will receive a delicacy and the opportunity to frolic in plenty.

Dogs living at home should be able to go to the toilet in clearly marked places, and more adult on the street. This procedure begins with the fact that a puppy is equipped with a tray or a place with newspapers where he will have to defecate. Most often, this process occurs after eating, because you need to carefully monitor the dog, and as soon as it becomes in the position for going to the toilet, you need to move it to the designated place.

That the Labrador with hunting would go to the tray, instead of spoiling in the corners of the apartment, it should be encouraged, praised and ironed after each successful toilet. The same principle works on a walk. It is necessary to explain that the dog can be emptied outside the house, and this will be correct. By praise and approval, the dog will understand that he is doing everything right. Gradually it is worth weaning the puppy from going to the toilet at home, teaching patience and waiting for a walk, and as these events succeed, praise your pet.

Walking around the city with a dog suggest a collar, but the procedure for training him to be correct. You should choose a new accessory for your pet, introduce him and put it on. To the dog did not try to remove it, it is worth distracting her favorite toy or treats. Initially, you need to wear a new product for a short period of time, gradually increasing the duration of wear.

As soon as the Labrador got used to the collar, it is worth adding a leash to it. Initially it is better to attach it to the collar and allow the dog to run around with it on his own. To get the dog accustomed to a walk next to the owner, it is worth walking alongside the dog, but not holding it. The next step will be a small control and direction of the pet without tightening the leash, so as not to hinder the movement of the dog. As soon as the Labrador is used to being close to its owner and calmly reacting to a leash with a collar, the process of schooling can be considered successful.

To walk on the street was safe for the life and health of the pet, It is necessary to teach him the basic rules of behavior, which include:

• restrained reaction to the appearance of familiar people, the dog should not rush to them, even if it does not carry any threat;
• the prohibition of contact with strangers, so that someone else does not steal your dog;
• the prohibition of eating food from the hands of a stranger, because it can be harmful to a dog, if not poisoned;
• a ban on picking up food of any origin from the ground.

If you do not teach the dog these basics, it can get sick or become a victim of dog traps.

The training course for the main teams is very important, and it should be carried out according to certain rules:

• need a clear sequence of actions that allows the dog to quickly understand what they want from it;
• it is important to have certain commands that the dog must do;
• each command must be pronounced loudly and clearly.

The very first must learn the team "Ko me", for which the algorithm looks like this:

• the owner prepares a delicacy;
• calls the dog by name with the addition of a command;
• pulls hand in front of him and waits

Throughout the learning process, it is worthwhile to consolidate the material covered, treating for what is going well. The next important team is "Place", because the dog living in the room should be in a clearly defined place. The learning process looks like this:

• pick up a rug or pillow for the pet, where he will be in the room, and tell the puppy that it is a “Place”;
• during sleep, transfer the animal there and after waking up, praise the pet and treat him for being in his place;
• while awake, training takes place through a voice command and waiting for the result; at first, you will need to carry the puppy yourself to the appointed place, and later he will understand what he needs to do.

The next command to learn is “Fu,” which is taught this way:

• put a treat in front of a puppy;
• as soon as the dog wishes to take it, say “Foo” and gently slap the dog with a newspaper or something similar in the face;
• after several such trainings, the puppy understands that after the “Fu” command you cannot take food.

Important is the training team "Sit", which is produced in this way:

• the owner becomes near the dog;
• says the command "Sit" and with one hand supports the chest, and the second lowers the pelvis of the puppy down;
• This exercise is repeated until the puppy remembers it, and after each successful repetition it is necessary to encourage the dog with a delicacy.

Next comes the training team "Lie", for which you need:

• fix the puppy in a standing or sitting position;
• give the command "Lie", holding a treat in your hand;
• press a little palm on the dog's back so that he lies down while holding the treat in front of the dog's face;
• if the dog lies down and does not get up, give the treat.

In order for the training process to be successful, it is important to avoid common mistakes, including:

• the use of physical force and punishment of puppies, which completely discourages the hunt from fulfilling the requirements and contributes to the manifestation of aggression in the adult towards people;
• use the technique of training adult dogs if you have a puppy (each technique is developed taking into account the breed of the dog, its age and the characteristics of the character and development);
• variation of terminology, if the team “To me” was learned, you cannot use any other interpretations, because this will negate all the efforts of the dressure;
• It is impossible to allow the puppy pranks, which will be punished in the future, the dog should understand from an early age what it is possible and what cannot;
• you should not bring up in Labrador those qualities that are not typical for him, for example, the skills of a watchdog;
• There is no need to give the puppy too much workload - both mental and physical, all activities should be possible for the dog.

Following the rules of dressure, a friendly attitude to your pet, patience and the desire to raise a good friend and a polite dog will be rewarded very soon.

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