Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers on Puppy Training

Marian Harding of Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers knows that puppy training can be a stressful process. To help new owners successfully train their puppies, Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers offers the following tips.

Puppies learn fastest between the ages of 3 and 16 weeks, teaches Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers’ Marian Harding, so owners should introduce new experiences and people during that time. Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers instructs owners that consistency will yield the best results. Therefore, Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers advises making a plan, then sticking to it no matter the circumstances.

In general, Marian Harding and Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers teaches that it is most effective to reward the dog’s positive behaviors. Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers suggests that a keeping supply of healthy treats on hand for every time the dogs behaves – or responds to training – well.

For barking inappropriately or biting, Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers recommends using a stern voice and if needed, hold the muzzle together gently. The extreme of physical contact, according to Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers, should be a tap on the nose accompanied by a firm “No!” to communicate the message. When the dog obeys, the experts at Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers administer the treat.

According to Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers, a medium size, heavy plastic crate is an excellent investment for house training. To ensure the safety and comfort of the dog, Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers recommends a thick pad or pillow for the bottom. Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers encourages owners to let the puppy sleep in the crate at night and whenever it is indoors alone. Tossing in a dog cookie or several pieces of dry dog food as the dog goes in will help as a motivator, according to Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers. Far from viewing the crate as punishment, Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers notes that the dog will view it as a resting place.

To ensure successful house training, Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers advises owners to take the puppy outside every time it wakes up and finishes eating, as well as frequently while playing. Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers says owners should stay with it to praise correct behavior.

For more information about Marian Harding’s breeding services, please visit the Hardinhaus Miniature Schnauzers website at www.hardinhaus.com.