Teeth Training:
Teeth is probably the most common training tip for Golden Retrievers. These puppies love chewing and will gnaw at anything they can get their mouth on. Though there are chew toys available in the market just for this, there is an easier way for you to help your golden retriever satisfy its instinct to chew and also help reduce the pain of new teeth growing.
The easiest way to begin is to fill a sock of yours with many ice cubes. After this, knot the opening of the sock and put it in the freezer. When your golden puppy starts looking for things to chew, give him this ice cube filled sock. Keep many such ice cube filled socks handy in the freezer. This will ensure a constant supply of chew toys for your dog. Always be by the side of your dog when it has the sock. Else, it might consume pieces of the sock leading to serious health concerns.
Leash Training:
Often people leash their dog during training and drag it along the directions they want it to go. This is most certainly not the right way to train the dog. It gives a bad message to the puppy and makes it dislike being in the leash. A better approach is to first help your puppy get used to the leash and the collar. Put it on the dog and allow it to move freely in a fenced area dragging the leash along. This makes the pup understand that leash does not affect it in any way.
Once the dog gets used to having the collar and the leash along with it, pick up the leash and then call the dog over to you. When he does come to you, praise the pup and pat him or offer him a treat. This shows the pup that it is doing the right thing. Patience must be always at the top of your emotions since this training can take a long time. Continue praising him when he does the right things and give him more time to get used to the leash.
Digging around
Digging is another natural instincts of the Golden Retriever and it loves to dig too. This can drive you nuts if you don't give this pup an area he can use for himself. He might dig too many holes in your backyard for your liking. Also keeping him indoors can make him claw at the couch or bed or the floor. You shouldn't punish a golden retriever for digging since it is their nature.
For giving yourself peace of mind and to help your puppy satisfy its urge to dig, give him some place where he can dig. A kiddie pool or a sandbox is more than enough. Bury a treat or two under the mud. This will give your retriever clues as to dig in that spot for treats and toys and will use the same spot every time he feels the urge. When the pup gets older, by means of constant training, you can make him get his habits and natural instincts under control
You can train your Golden Retriever really well by following the above tips. They are really fascinating dogs, if only you show the some patience. They have a slower learning curve in spite of their smartness. But once they have learnt the basics, they will become an inseparable part of your family.
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