Are German shepherds smart and easy to train?
Frequently Asked Questions about German ShepherdsYes and no to both. Most GSD's are eager and willing to learn and enjoy training sessions (don't overdo with a young pup - they just don't have the attention span). If you start young and teach your puppy its order in your "pack", problems with training will be minimized. However, GSD's tend to have more dominant personalities than some breeds and can be stubborn, so some care in training is recommended. Classes are extremely beneficial.
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FAQ'sShiloh Shepherds are eager to please and learn very quickly with repetition, consistency, and positive reinforcement. As with any large dog, socialization and basic obedience training is essential to having your own canine good citizen. There are Shilohs who go on to compete in obedience, and some have gone to be Service Dogs as well as work in Search and Rescue.
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FAQ'sWell, yes, the BMC is very smart, but no they aren't necessarily easy to train if you mean you can just take a BMC that doesn't know you and quickly train it. BMCs by nature need to bond a few weeks with the trainer before training begins. Too many people get in a rush and try to intimidate or force a BMC to do something before the bond has been established. Very often a BMC is sensitive to rough treatment or harsh corrections and if you try force training, a BMC will rebel in various ways.
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Frequently Asked Questions about German ShepherdsYes. The GSD is a "double-coated" dog with an undercoat and guard hairs. The guard hairs will be shed all year. The undercoat is "blown" twice a year. The shedding is pretty much constant, but a regular weekly brushing keeps things under control.
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Frequently Asked Questions about German ShepherdsThe correct GSD coat is relatively short with an obvious undercoat. As such it is quite waterproof. Some dogs are born with long coats which usually, though not always, are devoid of undercoat. Such coats are less useful and more difficult to groom, but many pet owners seem to like the long-coated version. Thus there is not strong selection against it, though very few breeders would deliberately breed from long-coated stock.
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German Shepherd Dog Rehoming & Rescue North EastYes and no to both. Most GSDs are eager and willing to learn and enjoy training sessions (don't overdo with a young pup - they just don't have the attention span). If you start young and teach your puppy its order in your "pack", problems with training will be minimized. However, GSDs tend to have more dominant personalities than some breeds and can be stubborn, so some care in training is recommended. Classes are extremely beneficial.
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FAQ'sShilohs and GSD's share high intelligence, problem solving ability, and loyalty to their owners. Physically, Shilohs are larger than GSD's, and lack the sloping topline and extreme angulation seen in many American GSD's. Behaviorally, Shilohs tend to have lower prey and play drives than GSD's. Of course this is a generalization, as some line have more drive than others.
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Frequently asked questions about German ShepherdsWe are breeders who are devoted to breeding German Shepherd Dogs that excel as companions, sporting competitors, and working partners. We breed for specific characteristics that help us achieve those goals. These characteristics include high intelligence levels, high drives, stability of temperament, physical and mental strength, and a keen zest for life. We do not breed for specific colours or extreme size for example, because they are not relevant to the goals of our breeding program.
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Serengeti Ridgebacks - FAQ's PageRidgebacks are an intelligent breed and will learn quickly, but like many hounds may become bored, as they are independent thinkers. They are a large breed and obedience training, along with animal and human socialization is to be encouraged. If you are looking for a breed winning at obedience trials Rhodesian Ridgebacks may not be the breed for you.
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Are they easy to house train?
FAQ'sMost BMCs are very clean animals that don't like to soil their space. Crate training a puppy or dog is highly recommended for those times when you cannot directly supervise the dog. Later the puppy will be old enough to be trusted alone in the house. Except at night when he should go to sleep, do not use to crate for longer than three to four hours in the day. Nor should you use it as punishment as the puppy will view the crate as discipline and hate going into it.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Toy, Tiny, and Teacup Poodl...Poodles are one of the most intelligent breeds of dogs. As long as the trainer is determined and consistent in training, a puppy should train quickly. Poodles can learn to do tricks easily, too.
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FAQI think so. With basic techniques, consistency, patience and love, it’s a rather fast process. This is an owner thing and this ball is in your court. Cavaliers do not have the normal aggressive male behavior. Both the male and female are loving, kind and dedicated. When you neuter your male it should solve any unuttered problems. All responsible pet owners should neuter/spay their pets.
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Beginners Start Here/Frequently Asked QuestionsStaffords are a very intelligent dog and do try to please; however the more of them kept together the more difficult training becomes, but a single puppy shouldn't be too much trouble at all. At all times keep your expectations "in the real world". It may take six months before your puppy is house-trained, so don't expect it to be clean overnight from the moment you get it home.
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Fairbanks Farms, Collie, Abyssinian, Olive TreesYes! Because of the Collie’s intelligence and desire to please, they are very easy to train. Gentle and positive training methods are a must.
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American White Shepherd AssociationThe first dog to be shown as a GSD in the United States was a bitch named Mira v. Offingen (Beowulf x Hella v. Schwaben), in 1906. She was never registered with AKC and eventually, was returned to Germany. The first GSD registered with AKC was Queen of Switzerland (AKC # 115006). In 1913, Luchs – a dog owned by Anne Tracy – made his championship along with Hera von Ehrangrund. Miss Tracy’s breeding program produced white-coated GSDs almost immediately.
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IS IT TRUE THAT AIREDALES ARE EASY TO TRAIN? AND WHAT TRAINING AND CLASSES DO YOU RECOMMEND?
Woodcrest Kennel LLC - Airedale Terriers - FAQ & Policie...Yes. Airedales are known for their trainability and their versatility (ability to perform most any task they are trained to do). You should be able to train your puppy to do most anything you want it to do or not to do things you don't want it to. Keep in mind that trainability is greatly dependent on you. It takes a strong commitment and consistency on your part. Airedales are also extremely intelligent and will test you at every step of the way.
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Youngstead Saint Bernards - Frequently Asked QuestionsYes, usually. I have had the occasional difficult dog over the past 25 years, but generally Saint Bernards love to please their owners and will try to do what is required, especially once they know what that is. Remember, Saint Bernards were originally bred specifically for rescue work in the Swiss Alps, and high intelligence and a willingness to work were two of the traits sought and developed. (Read more...)
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How easy is it to clean the Smart-Pack?
FAQ about the Smart-PackVery easy. Daily cleaning is recommended for the inside chamber (stainless steel interior), the waste deposit door and the compaction plate. The compaction plate lowers manually (two hand operation for safety - see safety features) so that it can be cleaned easily. The exterior of the unit can also be wiped clean easily. Daily cleaning should take no longer than 5 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Anatolian Shepherd Dog ...The Anatolian is a slow maturing breed and the newly acquired puppy is not an instant livestock defender. A puppy needs to learn the rules, and develop enough size and confidence to protect himself before he or she can be a reliable guardian. Some pups will show guardian behavior at 3 to 6 months, but they will command more respect from trespassers and predators once they are at least 8 months old. Confidence increases with maturity.
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