The Shiba inu is a highly intelligent and independent dog. This means that training that adorable little puppy could be more of a challenge that you might have ever guessed. Shiba inu training is going to be needed to be started as early as possible and will require a great deal of patience on your part. Here are a few tips that will help you get started training your Shiba.
Immediately Establish That You Are Top Dog
The most important thing you need to do when beginning your Shiba inu training is establish yourself as top dog from the moment your new puppy enters the home. Employing some of the Alpha dog training techniques with your shiba may prove effective especially in the areas where this breed tends to be a bit on the aggressive side. Such techniques may include never stepping around or over your Shiba but, making them move out of your way. And not allowing them to sleep in your bed.
Once your pup understands his order in the pack he will begin to behave accordingly though he may well test limits.
Early Crate And Leash Training Is A Must
Another important part of Shiba Inu training is starting to crate and leash train them as early as possible. Not only are these little dogs great escape artists when a door is opened even for a moment but, they also have a tendency to want to protect their families when strangers enter the home. Being able to control them with a leash or have a crate available only makes sense. Crate training your pup also makes house training this breed a snap as they are very fastidious dogs and won’t go where they sleep.
Leash training a Shiba may be somewhat difficult as these dogs don’t like the restraint but, starting when they are young with a collar and then moving slowly towards your leash training goals will help make this training less traumatic for both you and your pup.
Socializing your pup as early as possible will not only help reduce his aggressive tendencies but, will also help in training your shiba inu. Especially since, obedience training by the time they are 6 months of age is strongly advised.
Keep in mind that spending time with your puppy and really forming a bond and giving a lot of positive reinforcement will make training your Shiba inu much easier. These little dogs love to please those people they love and when well bonded will often allow their independent nature to take a backseat to their desire to earn your approval.
If you are a new dog owner and find training your puppy more of a challenge than you imagined investing in a good training manual designed especially for training Shiba inus will give you the help you need to successfully train your new pet. Just remember, love patience and consistency goes a long way in teaching these little dogs what they need to know.
