Doberman pinschar training

Doberman in Training

This breed is known as extremely intelligent and since the Doberman Pinscher was bred to be a guard dog and watchdog, extra protection training may not be necessary. A key to having a enjoyable experience with your Doberman is buying a puppy from a reputable trainer who takes the time and makes the effort to properly socialize puppies in the first weeks of their lives.

The Doberman is a determined dog, bold, and strong. Therefore, any training you undertake on your own should be done with consistency and firmness. Keep in mind that the Doberman’s personality is such that it will not respond well to physical punishment. For this reason, you should use only positive reinforcement and try to work with this breed’s natural love for people and mental activity.

1. Doberman Pinscher training begins as soon as you bring him home. You may want to take him to puppy obedience classes, which will help you train and socialize your puppy while he is still young and easy to control.
2. Take him for short walks to familiarize him with other people, places and strange noises. Always keep your dog on short leash.
3. Teach him the five basic commands of sit, stay, heel, down and come in a systematic manner. Begin with ‘sit’. Place your dog on your left and firmly give the command running your hand down your dog’s back to guide him. Praise him and hold him in the same position, then release your hand, praise him and give him a treat. Repeat this many times.
4. Next, teach him the ‘stay’ command by placing your hand in front of his nose and giving the command. Move just a step or two back in the beginning and tell him to sit and stay there. Gradually increase the distance as you move away from him and make him stay longer.
5. ‘Heel’ is to teach him not to lunge at anyone while walking by your side. Just say a firm ‘no’ whenever he tries to do that and give the leash a quick snap. He will get the message.
6. ‘Down’ will be the most complicated command to teach. Place your dog in the sit position, and say “down,” as you gently push his front legs out into the down position. Talk gently to him, stroke his back and praise him.
7. ‘Come’ is a command that he will love so long as you convince him it means a happy, fun experience. So, don’t call him to correct him, and he will obey you instantly.