2009

German Pointer Dog

German Pointer dog

German Shorthaired Pointer - 4 month old puppy

How to train your German Pointer dog?

In order to train your German pointer dog perfectly, you need to know him well ‘ his needs, behavior, as well as moods. As you know, dogs including have descended from animals that lived in packs and their everyday instincts are based on that social structure. Why train your German pointer dog is really important? Because most of German pointer dog like pointer usually use for hunting or competition. They are aggressive and active, so that training is really important.

1. Dominance and Hierarchy

Most dogs like German pointer dog respond well to leadership or in the absence of a good leader, they will try and be the leader. In packs it is the leader or Alpha who decides on the actions of the family/group. Such as who will eat first, where to go, what to do, and soon. Being alpha will enable you, to control your dog and instill good behavior. If you oscillate in your behavior or contantly change your position in your pack, for example, sometimes the boss, while at other times you’re the slave, your dog will become very confused, and behave accordingly.

2. Aggression

German pointer dog need aggression very much. When they are hunting or playing with children usually they are aggressive but with training, they will have good manner and relationship especially with His master. German pointer dog also need more training than other breeds.

3. Food Protection

Many animals, will guard food. And when they feel any threat they will bark/bite. Food protection is must for German pointer dog, because they are active and aggressive, German pointer dog need healthy and nutrient food to support his activity.

4. Running away

Many animals run away from danger. You may find that your German pointer dog also takes flight. Make him feel safe, you should protect him. If you train your dog to be obedient you will not have to worry about ‘running away’ he will happily, maintain a ‘sit’ or ‘stay.’

5. Socialization

Since dogs live in packs in the wild they are never alone /lonely. Similarly, your dog cannot be left alone for long hours, he will become bored, unhappy, depressed, and chew things. German pointer dog really needs socialization, especially with its master and other animal. They should different between their prey and other family pets.

6. Vocalization

Animals in the wild communicate using different sounds. So barking for German pointer dog are the way your dog communicates with you. Beware, some dogs are incessant barkers and could become a nuisance. You must teach ‘stop’ or ‘no bark.’ So, if you understand ‘why’ then you can do the needful for your German pointer dog

By Ary Setiawati

Related posts :

Some other posts you might be interested in :

German Shorthaired Pointer | Dog Biting | Dog Breed Pointer
Dogs Ads & Dog For Sale – Indonesia Only

About the author :