Poodle Information
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Poodle Training
You may not be able to train your Poodle to use a computer!...But there are many other commands that should be taught.
Puppies
If you are bringing home a new Poodle puppy or a dog of any age for that matter, you will need to train your new canine family member to understand the home and the rules set forth. Puppies should not be taken from their mothers until they are at least 8 weeks old; therefore we will assume that your Poodle is this age or older. When first bringing home your new canine family member, you will want them to become accustomed to certain elements. A puppy must be able to depend on several things:
• Where their food and water is kept – An area should be carefully chosen and then not be moved
• Where their bed and sleeping area is
• That you will be taking them outside to eliminate each morning, after each meal and each evening
A dog that has a regular schedule will always be better behaved and easier to train than a dog that does not have a routine to depend on. While each dog is unique and it will vary as to how long it will take for your Poodle to fully understand all of the rules, do know that each day you are 1 step closer to having all Poodle training complete.
Housebreaking
Housebreaking your Poodle may begin as early as 8 to 10 weeks. A dog can only physically hold their elimination for a certain amount of time. A 3 month old puppy can last for about 3 hours, a 4 month old puppy about 4 hours and so on. To ensure that your Poodle understands that eliminating outside is the only acceptable area, you must take the lead. A dog must be brought outside:
• When they first wake up
• Every hour that relates to their age, i.e. every 2 hours for a 2 month old
• 20 minutes after each meal for elimination
• In the evening before bedtime
It is suggested to use the tether method for Poodle training. This simply involves attaching the lease to your dog (a harness for Toy Poodles) and the other end to you, thus allowing you to be able to keep an eye on your dog at all times. Each time they make a motion to eliminate, you will bring them to the designated area to do so.
When you bring your Poodle outside, be sure to have them on a leash (or harness). You may choose the larger area of where you wish for them to eliminate; however your dog must be given the freedom of choosing the exact location. Your leash should extend out approximately 6 feet and within this radius your dog should be allowed to sniff, smell and take their time to find the perfect spot. By the time your dog is 7 months old, they should be fully housebroken.
2 of the biggest mistakes that owners make is not choosing 1 area and allowing their Poodle to eliminate during walks and to let their Poodle go to the bathroom in just about any part of the yard.
Basic Commands
Poodle training for basic commands is vitally important; as your dog will need to understand certain words that you say; this will eliminate potential stress. If your Poodle does not know what you want, they are not able to please you. A frustrated owner does not make for a peaceful and happy household. Therefore, teaching some easy and simple commands will be best for both canine and owner.
Beginning at 12 weeks old and up to any age, you should teach your dog to:
• Sit
• Stay
• Come
• Heal
Advanced Commands
By the time your Poodle is 1 year old, he or she should have a clear understanding of basic commands. Adding on some advance commands may be taught after the basic ones are learned. Training should always be done is in a calm environment with patience and love.
Tricks
If you are bringing home a new Poodle puppy or a dog of any age for that matter, you will need to train your new canine family member to understand the home and the rules set forth. Puppies should not be taken from their mothers until they are at least 8 weeks old; therefore we will assume that your Poodle is this age or older. When first bringing home your new canine family member, you will want them to become accustomed to certain elements. A puppy must be able to depend on several things:
• Where their food and water is kept – An area should be carefully chosen and then not be moved
• Where their bed and sleeping area is
• That you will be taking them outside to eliminate each morning, after each meal and each evening
A dog that has a regular schedule will always be better behaved and easier to train than a dog that does not have a routine to depend on. While each dog is unique and it will vary as to how long it will take for your Poodle to fully understand all of the rules, do know that each day you are 1 step closer to having all Poodle training complete.
Housebreaking
Housebreaking your Poodle may begin as early as 8 to 10 weeks. A dog can only physically hold their elimination for a certain amount of time. A 3 month old puppy can last for about 3 hours, a 4 month old puppy about 4 hours and so on. To ensure that your Poodle understands that eliminating outside is the only acceptable area, you must take the lead. A dog must be brought outside:
• When they first wake up
• Every hour that relates to their age, i.e. every 2 hours for a 2 month old
• 20 minutes after each meal for elimination
• In the evening before bedtime
It is suggested to use the tether method for Poodle training. This simply involves attaching the lease to your dog (a harness for Toy Poodles) and the other end to you, thus allowing you to be able to keep an eye on your dog at all times. Each time they make a motion to eliminate, you will bring them to the designated area to do so.
When you bring your Poodle outside, be sure to have them on a leash (or harness). You may choose the larger area of where you wish for them to eliminate; however your dog must be given the freedom of choosing the exact location. Your leash should extend out approximately 6 feet and within this radius your dog should be allowed to sniff, smell and take their time to find the perfect spot. By the time your dog is 7 months old, they should be fully housebroken.
2 of the biggest mistakes that owners make is not choosing 1 area and allowing their Poodle to eliminate during walks and to let their Poodle go to the bathroom in just about any part of the yard.
Basic Commands
Poodle training for basic commands is vitally important; as your dog will need to understand certain words that you say; this will eliminate potential stress. If your Poodle does not know what you want, they are not able to please you. A frustrated owner does not make for a peaceful and happy household. Therefore, teaching some easy and simple commands will be best for both canine and owner.
Beginning at 12 weeks old and up to any age, you should teach your dog to:
• Sit
• Stay
• Come
• Heal
Advanced Commands
By the time your Poodle is 1 year old, he or she should have a clear understanding of basic commands. Adding on some advance commands may be taught after the basic ones are learned. Training should always be done is in a calm environment with patience and love.
Tricks
Again, at the 1 year mark, your dog will be ready to learn some tricks if you wish. Learning to perform amusing tricks is optional; as the above elements will help your dog to grow up emotionally healthy, tricks are simply something you may teach if you wish to. Some dogs love to perform for their owners, as the praise, smiles, laughs and treats make the dog happy in return.
Detailed Instructions
We have detailed, step-by-step instructions for:
• Helping your Poodle to cope with being home alone
• Showing your Poodle to get along with other pets
• Techniques for an older dog who needs to learn housebreaking at an older age
• The best training method out of the top 4
• How to give your dog self confidence
• How to command your dog to listen to you & why their name may be affecting this
• Tricks for a fussy, finicky eater
• How to help the shy Poodle...and Much More. Find out about our e-book, which downloads to your computer in seconds! Click Here
Detailed Instructions
We have detailed, step-by-step instructions for:
• Helping your Poodle to cope with being home alone
• Showing your Poodle to get along with other pets
• Techniques for an older dog who needs to learn housebreaking at an older age
• The best training method out of the top 4
• How to give your dog self confidence
• How to command your dog to listen to you & why their name may be affecting this
• Tricks for a fussy, finicky eater
• How to help the shy Poodle...and Much More. Find out about our e-book, which downloads to your computer in seconds! Click Here
