Dog Training...DIY?

[Hoggslayer]

I seem to recall some training method that was discussed on here a few years back that required the trainer to do something until the dog urinated. You might do a search for it and read up on this procedure.

[offthemap]

I appreciate all the good advice so far. Any tips on house training? We have one inside dog, and when we adopted her she was already housebroken, so I have no idea where to start.

I did the same thing I wrote about when I set boundaries in the house. When the dog went #1 or 2 in the house, I give a firm no + negative stimuli and then place them outside where they should be going.

[newbieG]

I'm no professional, but I have trained a few cow dogs and a few labs. I feel it is better to build their confidence up more than anything as a puppy, and then start training at about 3 months for the labs.


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[Patton]

I seem to recall some training method that was discussed on here a few years back that required the trainer to do something until the dog urinated. You might do a search for it and read up on this procedure.

Not just the trainer, you need the entire family to participate and be involved.

[CW92]

I have enjoyed all the books by Richard Wolters. I think you need to decide how serious a hunter this pup will be. I have never been high on hunting only dogs. I prefer a dog that is our family pet as well. In return I give up some of the hunting discipline in some regards for the broad family behavior. I would probably start with Water Dog and read it before you get the pup home.

Brandon

My dad used his books, Water Dog and Gun Dog, to train ours. He has trained 2 black labs and a brittany, and all have been awesome house/family pets. The labs he trained as hunters and were field trained to whistle commands and everything.

[Deer Tracks]

For basic obedience, I recommend the following books:

Train Your Dog Like a Pro by Jean Donaldson
Don't Shoot the Dog by Karen Pryor
Perfect Puppy - How to Have a Well Mannered Dog by Gwen Bailey

Dog training is easy. Most people just don't have the patience or ability to interpret and understand dog behavior. They either don't get it or give up too soon because they want instant results. If you are interested in the process, not just the finished product, you can train.

[Deer Tracks]

Oh, and don't listen to the TBH - Alpha Mumbo Jumbo. Real dog trainers never use that language. You want to know the SECRET to dog training?
Dogs do what works.
That is it. Dogs do what works.

They aren't sitting around trying to figure out how to overthrow their owners. They simply do what works for them. If rushing through the door gets them outside faster, they will rush through the door. And if allowed to, they will continue doing it. Has nothing to do with pack rank.

How every dog behavior / training thread on TBH makes me feel:

[wloftis]

Read "Water Dog" it is pretty helpful for both dove and duck. If you have access to dove wings use those as a "toy" as soon as you get her to get her used to the feathers and scent...duck feathers are much more tolerable to dogs than dove; so the dog should make the transition easily. Also, as a puppy when you start, be VERY patient with the dog; play fetch until they are no longer interested and don't force them to continue or you will just get frustrated and that is no good for you or he dog. Lastly, something I learned myself with my now 1 year old black lab is if you immediately start making them sit/stay before you feed them as a puppy; it really helps when you switch the commands over to training them in the field. Not to mention her manors when I feed her now that she is 75 lbs is much better than my previous lab, and does not make a mad dash at the food bowl before I tell her to. (feeding is a good time to make some what loud noises around a puppy [banging pots, etc.] as it will help later with gun shots)

[TMEC]

Sika

I know you have trained many more dogs that I have so I'm all ears. Give some pointers on how you would start a pup?

[BrandonH]

Sika

I know you have trained many more dogs that I have so I'm all ears. Give some pointers on how you would start a pup?

Same here...I know you have the experience and I'd love to hear what you have to say.

[Pushbutton2]

Which Rex Carr do you use his books I use his field notes that I've used for years.

I have/had his videos. It's been awhile since I pulled them out, might have sold them

I was looking at his field notes than I looked at my Library of books and videos and decided I should spend more time training than watching an reading about training

[Pushbutton2]

I seem to recall some training method that was discussed on here a few years back that required the trainer to do something until the dog urinated. You might do a search for it and read up on this procedure.

You ain't right

Was it this about a Catahoula w/ Temperament problems ?

http://discussions.texasbowhunter.com/forums/showthread.php?t=176519

[Pushbutton2]

My pointer.
Leash problems can be avoided by the breeder

[El General]

I've searched through dozens of threads regarding dog training, however the majority of them are discussing using a professional trainer. We will be welcoming a new puppy in a few weeks and I would like to be somewhat prepared beforehand. To start I'm assuming I need to begin with basic stuff like house training and basic commands. Next I'd like to work with her on retrieving...primarily for doves, but would like to do waterfowl as well. Any tips on where to start, resources to look into? I've Googled dog training, but the results are overwhelming and methods seem to be all over the place.

Thanks,
Brandon

What breed puppy?

[Saddle Tramp]

I started my Lab out with "Dog Training for Dummys". That was 16 yrs ago he is not winning big time shows but he gets everything Geese, Quail I manage to hit.
I have shared that book with enough people it wore out. Everyone was pleased with the results.