How to Train a Mini Pinscher
The miniature Pinschers are a favorite among people because they are very protective of their owners and have a vast curiosity to learn and be mentally stimulated. Originally police dogs from Germany, they are a working class dog with tremendous stamina and are very obedient. Training of your miniature Pinscher should begin at an early age.
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Introduce your Pinscher to your immediate family once you bring him home. Give him a few days to become acclimated to his new surroundings before trying to introduce him to others outside the family unit.
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Know that your Pinscher is full of energy and needs plenty of stimulation and exercise to cut down on his mischievous behavior. Begin by having him stand on a table while you groom him, even if he will not be a show dog. This action will be needed during vet visits when you need him to remain calm.
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Put a buckle collar on your puppy a few minutes each day after he is acclimated to his new home to get him used to the idea. He probably won't like it at first, but within a week's time, he should be able to tolerate it for longer periods. Make sure it is not too tight, and it is just as important that it is not too loose as his natural curiosity may get him into tight situations where the collar could catch onto something and choke him. Add a nylon or cotton lead when you feel he is getting comfortable with the collar.
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Realize the lead will feel foreign to him as he has been able to travel at will and the restraint will make him nervous. Have patience with your puppy at all stages of training. He is like a toddler learning a new skill and craves your approval. Start out by letting your dog lead the way, then after a few days exert a little pressure and have him follow you.
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Begin training by having your miniature Pinscher to walk on your left side. After he is comfortable with this procedure, you can begin training in earnest. Teaching him to sit is usually the first step. Say the command, "sit" in a firm, gentle voice, while gently pushing him into the sit stance. It may take several tries before your dog understands what you mean, but always use a gentle voice. Yelling or shouting will not help your puppy. Always praise your dog when he gets the command right. The same techniques can be used to get him to "stay" or "heel" without a lead. You may need to enlist another family member to have the dog "stay" while you walk away.
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Taking your puppy out in public can be challenging for both of you, so choose a quiet place for your first few outings. Your dog will enjoy the walks and you will benefit from the exercise. Praising your dog for good behavior during these outings will help him know how he is expected to behave.
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Train your puppy to go into a crate pen. According to the dogchannel.com website, this will be helpful in training your puppy. The first few times you should remain within sight and tell him to stay or sit and it should be for just a few minutes. You can gradually increase the increments. Give him a soft blanket or his favorite toy inside the pen. The crate should be considered his safe place. This will help during traveling, if you don't want him roaming the house at night or when you have guests in your home. It is also helpful when he is sick and needs a quiet place to recuperate.
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