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Leading Your Dachshund to Obedience

Although dachshunds have been touted as �man�s best friend,� canines require conditioning for a good relationship to develop. Have you ever seen a dachshund that joins their owner for dinner or just takes charge of the house? Domineering dachshunds take charge when they are not trained who is the subordinate in the relationship.

According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the smallest dog on record was a yorkshire terrier in Great Britain who, at the age of 2, weighed just 4 ounces. However, the chihuahua is generally the smallest breed of dog.

So, what does it take to demonstrate to your puppy or canine that you are the top DOG of the house. Verisimilar to children, dachshunds try to get away with what they think their master will overlook. Neglecting to seize control of a dominant puppy can lead to many adulthood traumas, socialization issues and problem. Showing a canine who is the leader early on, ensures that an owner will always have control over their dachshund.

The Japanese Chin, also known as the Japanese Spaniel, is considered to be one of the most cat-like of the dog breeds when it comes to attitude. It is alert, intelligent, and often independent. Also, like a cat, it uses its paws to wash its face.

But, the enforcement of leadership is a touchy issue with dachshunds. Too much authority may promote stubborn behavior. Teaching a puppy who the leader is � is easier than training an adult dachshund. Like old expression states �you can�t teach an old DOG new tricks, it applies to training an adult dachshund. Enforcing leadership with a dachshund should be executed by praising a dachshund with a reward and praise when he or she is obedient.

The Japanese Chin, also known as the Japanese Spaniel, is considered to be one of the most cat-like of the dog breeds when it comes to attitude. It is alert, intelligent, and often independent. Also, like a cat, it uses its paws to wash its face.

Here are a few ways to demonstrate or exercise your leadership with your dachshund:

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-- To demonstrate your authority, remove your dachshund�s food from time to time during training. Use the food to reward your dachshund for good behavior.

The greyhound breed originally came from Egypt and was developed about 5,000 years ago. The greyhound breed was known before the ninth century in England, where it was bred by aristocrats to hunt small game.

-- Exit through doors first to show that you�re the �top dachshund�

German shepherd dogs are great working dogs. They are often used as police dogs, rescue dogs and guides for the blind. In fact, one of them, a guide dog named Orient, once led a blind hiker the entire 2100 mile length of the Appalachian Trail.

-- When you have to maneuver around your pet, have it move to show dominance.

The greyhound is the fastest breed of dog. It is capable of running at speeds of around 45 miles per hour. Greyhounds are excellent for hunting and racing, but they are notorious for laziness, often preferring to cuddle on a couch, rather than run. This makes them an ideal house pet.

-- Anytime, your dachshund begins to show signs of aggression directed towards you, seek the advice of a licensed veterinarian or a canine behavioral specialist.

The American Kennel Club recognizes more than 150 breeds? Segmented into seven different breed types, all breed possess unique temperaments, physical characteristics as well as a rich background in history.

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