A Beginner's Guide to Greyhound Training



Posted: Tuesday, November 03, 2009

by RichardC
http://www.all-about-puppies.com

Regardless of breed, training is always a requirement in order to have a healthy and happy pooch. If you are considering of getting an athletic breed just like a greyhound, then you need to be well aware of the appropriate greyhound training tips and information.

Greyhound training is not exceptionally different from training other dog breeds. However, it is important that you understand the breed's traits and personality in order to achieve the desired training result. Though they are known and widely used as racing dogs, greyhounds are actually not high-energy dogs. Extensive exercise may not be necessary but should be provided with exercise just enough to keep them mentally and physically healthy - daily walks and random trips to the dog park will suffice.

Positive training works best to this breed considering their quiet, gentle and affectionate nature. Punishment-based training is not an option to this breed given the fact that they are easily startled and may tend to bolt and never stop running when they are frightened. It is therefore recommended to keep your racing dog on leash when you're outdoors or stay in a fenced yard when doing off-leash activities.

To prevent or minimize your pet from feeling frightened, take the training slow. Introduce new things or tricks one at a time and always make new experiences positive. Make training sessions enjoyable and challenging and end with lots of praise, treats and anything your pet finds rewarding.

Your pet is not entitled to punishment even if you see urine stain on the floor or if he did something not right in the human perspective. Giving punishment hours after the deed is done will not make him understand why he is being punished. In fact, it will only do more harm than good by causing behavior problems such as aggression. The best way to give correction is to catch him in the act of doing something. When you see your pet peeing beside the couch, make a noise to get his attention, transfer to the designated spot and let him finish their. Give rewards when he does. This will eventually get him used to urinating/defecating at the designated spot.

In order to make your dog look forward to training, make sessions short, fun and challenging. But do not expect that he will be able to master the commands after few tries. If your dog is not doing correctly, recede to something simple so that he can comply and then move to something different to prevent boredom.
 
Richard Cussons shares helpful tips on greyhound training. Find out more greyhound training advice at greyhoundsavvy.com.
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