Many people feel troubled when raising a Teddy. They want to train the dog properly, but do not know how to begin, so they end up relying on rough scolding or punishment, which usually backfires. Here are four practical tips for more scientific training.
Tip 1: Give the Teddy a simple name and do not keep changing it. A Teddy's hearing is very sharp. If the owner keeps calling the same name for a long time, the dog will gradually understand that it is being called. Whenever the Teddy responds to its name, give it a reward.
Tip 2: A young Teddy is often playful and may chew things or make trouble after arriving home. At this stage, the owner should not hit or scold it. Instead, place the Teddy in its crate for a short while, and let it out after it settles down. Do not give treats during this process, or the dog may think it is being rewarded.
Tip 3: When preparing a meal for the Teddy, it may jump around excitedly. Do not give the food immediately. Put the food down, and if the dog rushes toward it, take it away again. Repeat this until you can place the food on the ground while the Teddy remains sitting calmly. Only then should it be allowed to eat.
Tip 4: When teaching the Teddy to sit, say the sit command and gently lift the leash at the same time so the dog feels as if its hips should move toward the ground. If it succeeds, reward it. With a few repetitions, most Teddy dogs can learn it.
Training a Teddy is not actually difficult. What matters most is patience. Appropriate encouragement is a great help in training, and owners should remember that hitting and scolding do not solve the problem.