The American Bulldog naturally has an intimidating face, which causes many dog lovers to hesitate. In fact, with proper training, an American Bulldog can still become gentle and obedient. The key is choosing the right training period and the right method. So when is the golden period for training an American Bulldog?
The golden training period for the American Bulldog
(1) From 3 to 5 months of age is the stage for basic manners and obedience training. This includes routine commands such as sit, lie down, stand, heel, walking beside the owner, bark, wait, shake hands, toilet training, and refusing food.
(2) From 6 to 8 months of age, slightly more physically demanding training, such as running and jumping, can be introduced.
(3) From 8 months to 1.5 years old, more difficult obstacle training can be considered.
Many people want to train their dogs but do not know how to begin. If you choose a good time to train an American Bulldog, the results can come much faster with much less effort.
An American Bulldog can still be trained even after missing the golden period
From birth to one year of age can be considered the golden period for training an American Bulldog, and it is also the period of fastest physical growth. But if this time has passed, does that mean the dog cannot be trained anymore? Not at all. American Bulldogs can be trained at any age. The difference is that training during puppyhood saves more effort and worry, while training a larger and older American Bulldog usually requires more energy from the owner.
One more thing should be emphasized: training should always be based on the dog’s actual condition. Training must be repeated consistently, but each session should not be too long. Five to ten minutes per action is enough. Repetition deepens the dog’s memory. Once the American Bulldog can quickly form a conditioned response to your command, it means your training is already working well.