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Training,Needed Commands
Overview
Come
Sit & Down
Every dog should be trained in basic commands. This will make life easier for both owner and Boxer. Knowing these simple, yet important training commands will help keep your dog safe, keep your dog under control and limit chaos. While most dogs can be trained at any age, there are instances when an owner may need to provide professional dog training. A dog with a very stubborn personality or a previously neglected dog who spent years without any guidance may benefit from professional training.
You may begin teaching your Boxer these basic training commands when the dog is 2 months old. No matter what age you dog, new tricks and training can be instilled...even an old dog can learn new tricks!
You may begin teaching your Boxer these basic training commands when the dog is 2 months old. No matter what age you dog, new tricks and training can be instilled...even an old dog can learn new tricks!
Come
This is such a simple command, but should not be overlooked. It is extremely important that your Boxer understand this command. It will be needed in many circumstances and will most likely keep your dog from running into a dangerous predicament.
To train your dog to come at command, keep your Boxer on a long leash or with you in an enclosed area. Move 5 to 6 steps away from them and then call out the command. The command word should be "Come" or your dog's name. A long sentence, such as "Come here Roxy, over here!" is too long for a dog. You will want your dog to immediately come to you with 1 word.
Say the command word, kneel down and make a motion for your Boxer to come over to you. Reward them with a small treat. Your words of praise and happiness will make the biggest impression. Dogs love to please their owners. If you behave as if your dog just performed the most wonderful act, they will be more likely to repeat it.
Work on this command from further and further away. Once your Boxer understands this word and shows a good ability to listen to you, move on to other locations that are not so familiar. The goal is to have your dog listen to this command, no matter where you are. What could make training this command hard? If you call your dog to come to you and then reprimand him or her in a negative way. For example, if your dog has had an accident, never use this command to speak negatively to them. "Come" should always imply that you will be happy.
To train your dog to come at command, keep your Boxer on a long leash or with you in an enclosed area. Move 5 to 6 steps away from them and then call out the command. The command word should be "Come" or your dog's name. A long sentence, such as "Come here Roxy, over here!" is too long for a dog. You will want your dog to immediately come to you with 1 word.
Say the command word, kneel down and make a motion for your Boxer to come over to you. Reward them with a small treat. Your words of praise and happiness will make the biggest impression. Dogs love to please their owners. If you behave as if your dog just performed the most wonderful act, they will be more likely to repeat it.
Work on this command from further and further away. Once your Boxer understands this word and shows a good ability to listen to you, move on to other locations that are not so familiar. The goal is to have your dog listen to this command, no matter where you are. What could make training this command hard? If you call your dog to come to you and then reprimand him or her in a negative way. For example, if your dog has had an accident, never use this command to speak negatively to them. "Come" should always imply that you will be happy.
Sit & Down
A well behaved dog who listens to you makes for a more peaceful household. Telling your dog to "Sit" or lay "Down" are important commands. You may need to use this command when visitors arrive at your home and many other occasions.
To teach your Boxer to sit, begin by brining your dog into a room without distractions. Have a treat in your hand. Hold the dog treat a bit above their nose. As they notice the treat, move your hand straight across their back. This usually makes the dog sit as they try to follow where the treat went. If your dog does not completely sit, use your other hand to press down on their rear until they are in a complete sitting position. At that time, firmly say the command word "Sit". It will be your job to make sure that your Boxer understands that what they are doing has a name! Then, immediately give them the cookie. Do not give them the treat if they get up. Repeat the motion and only hand it over when they are in the sitting position and have heard the command word.
As you work on this training, you should be able to back away from your Boxer and give the command from across the room. After a while, your dog should follow your command without needing a treat. The tone of your pleased voice will be reward enough.
Laying down is quite similar to sitting. Once your Boxer is sitting, hold the treat down on the floor between their 2 front legs. As your Boxer positions themselves lower to the floor, use your other hand to gently push them down. Be sure to firmly say the command word of "Down" and give immediate reward of the treat. Again, as with sitting, over time your dog will learn what is expected and will listen to you from across the room. Be sure to keep your voice loud enough. Reward should always be a happy and friendly, "Good dog!"
Heel
To teach your Boxer to sit, begin by brining your dog into a room without distractions. Have a treat in your hand. Hold the dog treat a bit above their nose. As they notice the treat, move your hand straight across their back. This usually makes the dog sit as they try to follow where the treat went. If your dog does not completely sit, use your other hand to press down on their rear until they are in a complete sitting position. At that time, firmly say the command word "Sit". It will be your job to make sure that your Boxer understands that what they are doing has a name! Then, immediately give them the cookie. Do not give them the treat if they get up. Repeat the motion and only hand it over when they are in the sitting position and have heard the command word.
As you work on this training, you should be able to back away from your Boxer and give the command from across the room. After a while, your dog should follow your command without needing a treat. The tone of your pleased voice will be reward enough.
Laying down is quite similar to sitting. Once your Boxer is sitting, hold the treat down on the floor between their 2 front legs. As your Boxer positions themselves lower to the floor, use your other hand to gently push them down. Be sure to firmly say the command word of "Down" and give immediate reward of the treat. Again, as with sitting, over time your dog will learn what is expected and will listen to you from across the room. Be sure to keep your voice loud enough. Reward should always be a happy and friendly, "Good dog!"
Heel
If you assume you will always be walking your Boxer on a leash and not need to teach them the "Heel" command, think again! Did you ever see someone being walked by their dog? It is not a pleasant sight nor is it fun to do! When you walk with your Boxer, as they grow from cute little puppy to a large and strong dog, you will want your Boxer to walk with you. Walks will not be pleasant if your Boxer is trying to pull you along the street!
Begin by having your dog on a short leash. Hold a treat in your hand. Say the command word, "Heel". Begin walking. Take 6 or 7 steps. If your dog walks nicely beside you, stop and give them the treat. Say a lot of words of praise that include the command word such as, "Good dog, you learned to heel".
Whenever your Boxer does not walk along side you, do not give them the treat. You must stop walking, allow the dog a moment to recoup and begin again.
As time goes on, your goal will be to be able to take more and more steps before giving the treat. Always use the command word. If your Boxer has learned to walk with you for quite a distance, repeat the word in a pleasant tone and the 2 of you stroll down the street. Give an occasional treat and certainly give words of praise. A dog can never hear enough praise!
More Training
Once your dog has a good understanding that a word given to them = an action they are to take, this will make all sorts of training easier. When a dog can feel pride and know that they are pleasing their owner by listening and know that pleasant experiences are to come, simply by listening, you are on your way to having a very well trained dog. With consistent training, a dog can learn to run a full obstacle course at a dog show agility event...the list of commands that a dog can understand is almost endless!
Begin by having your dog on a short leash. Hold a treat in your hand. Say the command word, "Heel". Begin walking. Take 6 or 7 steps. If your dog walks nicely beside you, stop and give them the treat. Say a lot of words of praise that include the command word such as, "Good dog, you learned to heel".
Whenever your Boxer does not walk along side you, do not give them the treat. You must stop walking, allow the dog a moment to recoup and begin again.
As time goes on, your goal will be to be able to take more and more steps before giving the treat. Always use the command word. If your Boxer has learned to walk with you for quite a distance, repeat the word in a pleasant tone and the 2 of you stroll down the street. Give an occasional treat and certainly give words of praise. A dog can never hear enough praise!
More Training
Once your dog has a good understanding that a word given to them = an action they are to take, this will make all sorts of training easier. When a dog can feel pride and know that they are pleasing their owner by listening and know that pleasant experiences are to come, simply by listening, you are on your way to having a very well trained dog. With consistent training, a dog can learn to run a full obstacle course at a dog show agility event...the list of commands that a dog can understand is almost endless!
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