How to Train a Chihuahua

Chihuahuas are great little dogs that can be trained just like any other dog. Due to their size, there are some steps that you can take to make it easier.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Leash
• Flat collar
• Treats
• Table

How to Train a Chihuahua

1. Chihuahuas are delicate dogs and this should be taken into consideration when training. It is not a good idea to use choke collars on Chihuahua. A flat buckle collar or harness would be a better option. A Chihuahua trachea and neck can be easily inured.

2. Put the flat collar and leash on your Chihuahua. Get your treats ready and make sure that you are ready to train. Never train when you are upset, tired or angry.

3. Use a table to train your Chihuahua. It can be hard on your back bending all the way down to train. Place your Chihuahua on the table.

4. Once your dog is on the table you can start to train sit, down, stand and stay commands. You can also teach your Chihuahua tricks like roll over, give paw and high five.

5. Never leave your Chihuahua unattended on a table when your finished training.

6. Make sure your training sessions are short and fun. Always reward your Chihuahua for doing the right behaviors.

Tips & Warnings

• Use positive reinforcement to train your Chihuahua.
• Keep training sessions short and fun.
• Use a table to train your Chihuahua.
• Never use a choke collar on a Chihuahua.
• Never train when your angry, upset or tired.
• Never leave your Chihuahua unattended on the table.

Resources

• FREE Dog Training ebook
• Teach your dog the stand command.
• Teach your dog the down command.
• Teach your dog the sit command.
• Teach your dog to do high five.