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Age
What is a good age to start training? Generally, trainers prefer to start when the dog is six to twelve months old, but this may vary from trainer to trainer. If you already own a dog, don't fear, old dogs can learn new tricks, but if your dog is older than six years you are asking too much.
 
Sex
Does the sex of the dog really matter? No, the sex of the dog is not critical at all, its just a matter of personal preference. Some people experience that female dogs bond better with male owners and vice versa. Some people prefer female dogs because some males tend to roam from home in search females. If you do not want pups you would obviously choose a male dog. The choice is really up to you.
 
You and Your Family
A dog is a pack animal and in a pack everyone has a rank. The dog sees you and your family as members of its' pack. It is very important that your dog establishes its rank below you and your family. You don't want your dog to believe he is the number one seed, as he may just decide to offer a lower ranking member a correction. A correction can be in the form of a snarl or bite. Your dog must understand that you and your family come first. To achieve this everyone must take care of the dog. As they say, "you don't bite the hand(s) that feeds you." Individuals or groups should take turns:
  • Feeding
  • Bathing
  • Grooming
  • Walking
  • Playing with the dog
 
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Information courtesy of K9 Confidence
 
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