Dog Training part II - Age for early training
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Dog Training Part II: The Right Age for Early Training
Summary:
Dog training effectively starts at birth. Puppies handled by humans during their initial eight weeks are typically more adaptable to training and thriving in human environments.
Article:
Training your dog begins almost from day one. Puppies that receive regular human handling and affection during their first eight weeks tend to adapt better to training and household life. Ideally, puppies should join their forever homes between 8 and 10 weeks of age. In some regions, it's illegal to separate puppies from their mothers before 8 weeks since this time is crucial for learning social skills from their mother.
At 10 to 12 weeks, puppies become naturally more cautious of new experiences, which can hinder their adaptation to a new home. However, they can start learning basic commands and tricks as early as 8 to 12 weeks. The key is to work with the puppy's stamina, concentration, and coordination. Teaching basic commands like "sit" early on makes life easier, as waiting until they're older and have ingrained bad habits complicates the process.
Some professional trainers, especially those working with service, detection, or police dogs, argue against early obedience training. They suggest starting after a year when the dog's prey drive is developed. Additionally, they believe spaying and neutering can negatively impact training by affecting the prey drive.
Next: Dog Training Part III: Communicating with Your Dog
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