Weimaraner Training: Stubborn Dogs And How To Handle Them

The weimaraner dog breed is famous for being highly intelligent and athletic breed however, they still need to undergo extensive exercise and good weimaraner training to make certain that they act in ways acceptable by humans. Moreover, training can also prevent and treat lots of dog problems including your pet's stubborn behavior. Since this breed has a tendency to become really stubborn, it would be 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 problem is to trace back instances in which your pet tends to be very stubborn. Is he usually stubborn or the habit only appears during a select few instances? If your dog obeys other commands you're giving but tends to disobey some, there might have some reasons behind this. Like for example 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 extended period of time. If that is the case, the best thing for you to do is to focus on the main cause of the problem. So if he's terrified of going outside the house on his own, go with him and make his stay there a fun experience. In no time, he'll get used to being there on his own knowing that there's actually nothing to be reluctant of.

If he tends to be stubborn at all times, reason could be that you have not successfully established dominance over your pet. Train your pet that you are the leader he ought to obey and respect by not giving in to all his whims and by being the first in doing almost everything such as walking out of the door and eating. When going out for walks, be certain that he is positioned beside or behind you and considering that you are the leader, you're the one who determines when and where to go. If he pulls on the leash while walking, jerk the leash firmly and stop walking until he stops pulling.

Physical punishment isn't highly recommended during weimaraner training nevertheless, it's very important to correct your dog should he made a mistake. But be mindful when giving corrections for it ought to be carried out on a timely approach, 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 right away. If you see him urinating in the living room, distract him at once and take him to the area chosen as his toilet and let him finish there. By rewarding him whenever scenarios such as this occurs, he'll eventually associate the urinating on that spot with rewards and enjoyable experience hence encouraging him to do it there next time.

Maintaining eye contact with your dog and giving commands in a firm, deep voice can also help you manage your stubborn dog.