Chihuahua Training Tips From Rockwall Veterinarians

Chihuahua training can be one of the nicest things you do with your new (or old) pet. Not only will you wind up with a better pet, you’ll build a robust bond with your dog as you go through the training. It’s vital that you start training your dog as soon as possible because each day you wait is another day you have to put up with aggression, biting, barking, gnawing, jumping, and bathroom “accidents”.

Chihuahua training can present some unique challenges that you aren’t getting with other dogs. This doesn’t mean they’re bad dogs or you should not own one, you simply need to grasp their nature in order to better train one. These tiny dogs are fragile. They really are not suited to be around kids as kids have a tendency to be a bit rough on pets and this could badly hurt or kill a Chihuahua. Even simple things like jumping out of your arms or off the sofa can seriously injure this little dog.

Chihuahuas are also one of the toughest dogs to house train. While some dogs will simply take to going outside to go to the bathroom, these tiny dogs seem to have a difficult time grasping the tenet that they shouldn’t poop on the floor.

Another probably difficult trait for Chihuahua training is stubbornness. These dogs are very smart and have a mind of their own. They can also be manipulative so you’ve got to take a robust hand and be consistent with training. If you give them an inch, they will take a mile. They’re also subject to nonstop barking and inconsistent behavior. While their small bark is adorable at first, it can soon begin to get on your nerves.

Now that you are aware of some potential difficulties, it is time to talk about the solution. You actually need to have structured training. The best thing to do is to get a program like the methods to Dog Training and do your Chihuahua training at home. This permits you to work on your own schedule and saves some money over formal dog training classes. If this fails, move on to formal dog training classes or maybe doggie boot camp.

All that it takes is some love and dedication and you may have a great small pet.