How to Train a Redbone Dog
Redbone dogs are good natured, affectionate and eager to please. However, they are not well-suited to life with small children and elderly adults. They have copious amounts of energy, and require more exercise and physical exertion than many other dogs to remain happy and well-behaved. Training a Redbone is similar to training other dogs, but with a few subtle adjustments. Always keep in mind that Redbones mature more slowly than some other breeds of dogs, and thus training them requires more patience and hard work.
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Instructions
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Keep your Redbone coonhound well exercised. If you are disinclined to be active with your dog, then a Redbone coonhound is not suitable to your lifestyle. Redbone dogs, while affectionate and eager to please, gravitate toward the extreme end of high energy. If not properly exercised, they can become distracted, destructive and even aggressive. This is especially true of younger dogs. For good behavior and mental health, keep your dog active. In addition, allow your coonhound to exercise thoroughly before all training sessions.
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Give commands to your dog only when she is paying attention to you. If she is tracking a scent (which she will be inclined to do), then she is not listening to you. Because they are bred for hunting, Redbones place scent first and foremost. If your Redbone is rooting around on the ground, get her nose in the air.
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Always reinforce positive behavior with rewards, making it very clear to your dog when he is doing as you please. This can be done effectively and easily by giving your dog treats. Other examples include giving the dog praises like "good boy," in conjunction with pats on the head and scratches on the ears.
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Train in short bursts, not in long sessions. Your dog will only pay attention to training sessions for so long, and you don't want to put yourself in the position of being ignored.
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Keep your dominance over your dog. This can happen in little, non-threatening ways. Make your dog eat after you've eaten, or have your dog move out of the way so you can sit down where she is. Insist on going through the doorway first. If your dog wants something, give it to her only when you're ready.
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Tips & Warnings
Enroll in obedience classes to learn basic obedience, and reinforce all lessons at home.
Physical abuse is unethical and unnecessary. Never hit your dog.
