Learn more here.<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #9 – Master Crate \/ X-Pen Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nCrate \/ X-pen training is another aspect of 100% management. Training your puppy to enjoy being in their own area is essential for obedience training as well as for your puppy\u2019s own safety and health. <\/strong><\/em>Crate training, when introduced properly is not cruel. It\u2019s actually crueler to let your pup have free range and potentially come across something poisonous and \/ or dangerous while left unsupervised.<\/strong> When you are not present to supervise, crate \/ pen training will prevent your puppy from learning bad behaviors such as chewing and pottying in the wrong places. <\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #10 – Handle Often<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nSince Shiba Inus are already known for being aloof, getting them to tolerate handling at an early age is critical. While puppies probably already get a lot of cuddles and pets – \u201chandling\u201d is getting your puppy used to all types of touch<\/em><\/strong>. For example, handling your pup\u2019s nails will get the pup ready for nail clipping. Other handling exercises include touching your pups ears, mouth and tail. This will make teeth brushing and vet visits easier in the future. Tugging gently on your pup\u2019s collar is also a form of handling that will ready the pup for leash walking.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #11 – Keep It POSITIVE!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nWhile Shiba Inus can be aloof, they also can be quite sensitive.<\/em><\/strong> Always keep any obedience training or socialization exercise positive. Aversive and alpha training is not recommended by the overwhelming majority of esteemed dog behaviorists. And it\u2019s easy to see why. Alpha training can cause stress, anxiety, and distrust in your dog – a definite NO-NO for Shiba Inus<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #12 – But FIRM!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nWhile it\u2019s important to keep training positive – it\u2019s all equally important to be firm. Many dog owners struggle to find the balance between dog parent and dog educator. To rear a balanced dog, you must be gentle but also disciplined. You need to know when to correct and when to be firm. No babying allowed. Letting your dog get away with things that shouldn\u2019t be tolerated only makes future training much more difficult.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #13 – Be a True Leader – Not a Bully<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nA Shiba Inu can be an especially strong-willed dog. Are you as a Shiba owner, ready for that challenge? Shiba\u2019s and all dogs need a confident and responsible leader. LEADER, not alpha, not a bully, but a true leader. A true leader educates, protects, comforts, and corrects their family members at all times. There are only certain circumstances where alpha leadership is necessary to control a difficult dog – but of course, should only be handled by qualified trainers.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #14 – Don’t Even Think About Negative Aversion Training<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nThe \u201cnegatives\u201d of negative aversion training far outweighs any positives. By a landslide. Negative aversion training can cause distrust, fearfulness, and resentment in your Shiba. Negative aversion training has its place in only a few uncommon situations. And only at the hands of trained professionals. <\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #16 – No Babying Allowed<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nPlease, don’t baby your dog. Don\u2019t be that<\/strong><\/em> type of dog owner. You know, the one who talks in sweet, hoochy-coochy voices. Also the one who let’s your dog run all over you. You’re only communicating to your dog that you are not a leader<\/strong><\/em>. This will inevitably cause your dog stress and anxiety. Why? Because the dog thinks that they can\u2019t count on you to be the assertive leader therefore they must assume that role themselves. And this is the exact reason why dog\u2019s with babying owners are often aggressive and uncontrollable. <\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #16 – Pay Attention To Your Tone of Voice<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nThe tone of your voice gives your dog important cues into what you are communicating. When training, it\u2019s important to differentiate your tone of voice for commands<\/strong>, praise<\/strong>, and correction<\/strong>. If you dole out both commands and praise in a monotone voice, it\u2019ll make it much harder for your Shiba to understand what you want. Just think calm tone for commands, high-pitch happy for praise, and lower stern tone for correction. Eventually, you\u2019ll learn that certain types of voice pitches communicate better to your dog than others. <\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #17 – No Should Really Mean NO<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nFrom the get go, it\u2019s important for your Shiba to understand that No is NO (We know, it’s not easy with Shibas…). Not kinda no, sorta no, or not really no.<\/strong><\/em> No has got to mean NO<\/strong> at all times. When your Shiba understands that no means no, obedience training will be easier. Additionally, by understanding the meaning of no, your Shiba will better understand what is expected and what is not expected. When saying no, use a stern and strong tone. Depending on the situation, sometimes louder, sterner \u201cno\u2019s\u201d are necessary.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #18 – Lotsa Love Though<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nShowing your Shiba Inu that you love and respect him \/ her is just as important as your role as leader and trainer. So while at times, you may be a strict teacher, you also are a loving, caring, and fun owner. Praise, pet, and do the things your Shiba loves doing with you the most. Some Shibas like play, some love cuddling (yes it\u2019s true), and some love exploring the sights on a simple walk or hike. When you Shiba is not feeling well, comfort her and do whatever you can to make it better. Don\u2019t hesitate to take your Shiba to the vet immediately. Dog\u2019s can\u2019t tell us their pain, so we are responsible for ensuring that they are not suffering.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #19 – Find Optimal Training Times<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nTraining should always be done in a time when both you and your Shiba are in top form <\/strong><\/em>and ready to work. Don\u2019t attempt training if your Shiba is overly tired, excited, or anxious. This same advice goes for you too. Good times to train include right after a walk \/ physical activity and when your dog is a bit hungry. This goes for you too. Except for the hungry part.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #20 – Adjust Training Times According To Your Shiba<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nTo get the best results in obedience training, it\u2019s important to understand your Shiba\u2019s mood and when to call it a day. Some Shibas will do absolutely anything for treats so they have no problem doing longer training sessions. Other Shibas might lose interest after ten minutes or so. It\u2019s best to stop training on a high note. You don\u2019t want your Shiba to associate training with a less than amusing activity.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #21 – Recognize Impromptu Training Opportunities<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nFor all of us, learning happens everyday. There are so many moments in the day that offer valuable training opportunities for both you and your Shiba. It\u2019s up to you to be observant and seize the moment. For example, if your Shiba suddenly gets excited and starts to bark – VOILA<\/strong> – a great moment to teach the \u201cspeak\u201d command.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #22 – Name Your Puppy ASAP<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nNew owners take naming their puppy seriously. And some take just a little bit too long <\/strong><\/em>coming up with the perfect name. I was guilty of this many times and just called my puppy \u201cPuppy\u201d until I finally settled on what I thought was the perfect name for him, \u201cPupper\u201d. Yes, I know, hardly groundbreaking. Don\u2019t make my mistake. Naming your puppy early allows your dog to understand that you are communicating directly with him \/ her and therefore expect communication back. This makes obedience training much easier.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #23 – Make Your Training Routine – Routine<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nDogs are very big on routines. Use this trait to your advantage by habitually making training and learning a part of you and your pup\u2019s daily routine. For instance, when I take my dog out for a walk and we encounter something new, say a duck for instance, I immediately name it. After a while, you\u2019ll begin to notice that this impromptu training routine transforms into a habit. And learning, then teaching is a great habit to have.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #24 – Boost Confidence With Easier “Wins”<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nAll dogs have different strengths, weaknesses, and motivations. The best way you can boost your Shibas confidence is to concentrate on strengths first. If your dog or puppy is terrible on the leash but pretty good at sitting and lying down – work on the easier wins first<\/strong><\/em>. This will build up the dog\u2019s confidence levels and be better equipped for the more difficult training sessions later. <\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #25 – Teach One Command at a Time<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nWhen entering a training session, don\u2019t set unrealistic goals. Start with one command \/ behavior at a time. If you try to teach your dog two or three new commands at once, there\u2019s a high probability that your dog will get confused and you will get frustrated. The popular adage of quality over quantity is true in dog obedience training.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #26 – Timing is Everything<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nBeing quick to praise and quick to correct is critical when training your dog. The instant your dog performs a command correctly – you must reward (with praise) immediately. The same thing goes when giving corrections. By doing this, you are ensuring clear communication with your dog. Your dog will quickly absorb what works, and what doesn\u2019t.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #27 – Use Simple Language<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nBecause your dog\u2019s understanding of human language is low, it\u2019s necessary to make commands as simple as possible. Commands with one and no more than two syllables work best. Instead of \u201cback up\u201d, simply say \u201cscoot\u201d. Or instead of \u201cturn around\u201d, use \u201cspin\u201d instead. Also, be consistent and use the same words all the time. Enunciate them clearly and do your best not to confuse your dog with similar sounding commands.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #28 – Don’t Confuse Your Dog With Mixed Messages<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Avoid untraining your dog by realizing that dog\u2019s think and learn differently than us. Many concepts that are clear and simple to us can be downright confusing to dogs<\/strong><\/em>. It\u2019s our responsibility to be aware when this happens and direct our dogs accordingly. The most classic example of this is when owners call their dog over to scold them. Can you blame your dog for not ever wanting to come when called again?<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #29 – Strive For Consistency and Perfection<\/b><\/span><\/p>\nThis may seem like common sense but many dog owners fall short on these two components. This will lead to harder training in the future. For example, sit is a pretty easy and basic command. Many owners might think that once the dog does it a few times that they are fully trained on that command. Usually, that\u2019s not the case. A dog is fully trained when he or she will sit EVERY single time you command. This is called \u201csticking\u201d a command<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #30 – Be Sure The Command “Sticks”<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nThe end goal for every command taught is for your dog to \u201cstick\u201d the command. This basically means that your dog will obey the command just about 100% of the time.<\/strong><\/em> No matter what, where, or when. Whether it\u2019s peaceful and quiet or loud and turbulent – that dog will sit on command. Master trainers like Jean Donaldson<\/strong><\/em> call this \u201csticking<\/strong>\u201d the command. Once a dog has stuck a command, you can move on to harder commands. If you move to a new command too fast, and your dog regresses – that’s harder and more frustrating than if you\u2019d just stick with the first command all the way through.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #31 – Establish Affection, Respect, Trust (A.R.T.)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nBefore engaging in serious training with your pup or dog, it\u2019s important to establish A.R.T. (affection, respect, and trust). This is especially important for rescue or newly adopted dogs. A dog won\u2019t bother being concerned about learning new commands if he \/ she is not comfortable with you in the first place. You have to win them over first<\/em>. Do this by being patient and gentle with the dog. Learn what your dog likes and doesn\u2019t like and concentrate on making your dog comfortable and happy in its new environment.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #32 – Recognize Aggression – and Address Quickly<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nAggression in dogs is a serious issue that needs to be addressed immediately. If your Shiba is still a puppy and exhibiting aggressive behaviors – these behaviors need to be corrected. If the aggression is mild, training using classical conditioning, operant conditioning, and desensitization can work. If the aggression is severe, you probably need help from a professional. Don’t delay getting help – aggression issues can lead to long term stress and risk of injury. And it only get’s worse – so don’t wait.<\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #33 – Eliminate Distractions<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nTraining a Shiba is hard enough by itself. Don\u2019t make it harder by training in a distracting environment. The training area should be free of other dogs, pets, animals, and excessive noise. Visual distractions also need to be considered. Try to find an area that is secluded enough so maximum attention can be given to you. <\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\nShiba Inu Training – Tip #34 – Designate an Ideal Training Area<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nWhile most training can be done in various environments (at home, at the park, etc) – certain commands train better in a designated training area. A training area can be as simple as using a 8-paneled x-pen to cordon off the training area. Or, if you have a lot of space, you can also use an extra room.<\/strong><\/em> The main idea is that the training area is an area that is contained and free from distracting sights and sounds. Before starting training, ensure that you properly introduce the area to your dog. You can do this by offering treats and \/ or play in the area.<\/span><\/p>\n
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