Training Keeshounds

Question
I have a 10 month old Keeshound and would like to know how to train him.  He seems extremely smart and picks things up the first time with a couple of reinforcements.  But he definately has a mind of his own. I would like to get him to stop jumping on people.  He responds to "off" but continues to do it.  He also won't stay or follow directions for any length of time.  Lately, he's started pulling me while on his leash.  I have to keep pulling him back to my side.  Sometimes he seems to be regressing.  Any advise?

Answer
Dear Star

Ok now for training. It's impossible to diagnose behavioral problems by email but I can give you a starting point. Your puppy is young and like humans they need an education. A human child is required to stay in school until age 16 in most states. Your dog also needs a period of proper education.  You also need to consider the relationship you have with your dog.

I will give you the best source, I know of, to help you answer your question. You need to be aware of the three main causes of dog behavior problems in order to help him. They are improper training, improper relationship and lack of training.

Dr. Meisterfeld's book Jelly Bean versus Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde explains rage type behavior the detrimental effects of improper training techniques. To train him I recommend the book Psychological Dog Training by C.W. Meisterfeld. Check with your local library for the books or do a C.W. Meisterfeld search on the web.

James Webster