One of the smartest dog breeds is the border collie.They need to learn to stay happy and active.You can train your border collie in a number of commands over time, as she is smart enough to learn a wide variety.
Step 1: The trick needs to be broken down.
The command "stay" can be broken into a number of steps.The first thing you need to do is teach your dog to sit.You can stay for a short time after that.Stay for a longer period.Since border collies like to herd anything they can find, one trick you might want to teach is "down."If you pair it with other commands such as "drop", you'll be able to control their behavior better when they start to herd.
Step 2: Consistency is maintained with consistent commands.
Always use the same word for the behavior.If you switch between "sit" and "Sit down" you can confuse your dog.Stick to it if you pick one.Border collies can learn whistle commands.
Step 3: Say the command a second time.
If you say it once and teach it, the border collies will pick up on it.She may expect you to say it multiple times every time.
Step 4: A treat is a good way to encourage behavior.
If you want to teach a dog to sit, hold the treat in front of her nose.Slowly move the treat above her head.She is encouraged to sit.Don't forget to use the command with the action.Praise the dog and give her a break.
Step 5: Take out the treats.
You can still guide the dog, but you have to take the treat.Give him praise and petting.You can use intermittent reinforcement instead of fading out the treats completely.Reward the dog with a treat at random times.She won't expect a treat every time, but she will still do what you want.Border collies are smart.
Step 6: Continue the practice.
Continue to repeat the command so that your dog learns what you want her to do.
Step 7: You should limit your training periods to short intervals.
Border collies have high intelligence and can get bored easily.Don't allow a training session to go past 15 minutes.
Step 8: Do something different with your tricks.
Don't try to teach the same trick for the whole 15 minutes.It's possible to teach one trick or up to 15.After that, switch to another task.
Step 9: End happy.
End with a trick your dog knows how to do.She'll be willing to try learning tricks with you again if you praise her up and down.
Step 10: Understand your border collie's instincts.
Border collies are chasing dogs.Games like catching discs are great for border collies.Disc catching and throwing is more than just a backyard sport, as you can compete with your dogs in local and national contests.
Step 11: The disc has food in it.
If your border collie associates the disc with food, it's okay to hold it in its mouth.Dinner can be provided in the disc for several nights in a row.
Step 12: Put the disc in his mouth.
In play, shake the disc back and forth.Your border collie will want to play.
Step 13: Let him know to drop it.
Allow him to play with the disc.Tell him to drop it.Pull it back from him.Don't allow him to play tug-of-war.Stop praising and talking if he doesn't want to give it up.Ignore him completely.He'll probably drop it because he wants your attention.Praise when he does.The "drop it" cue is being worked on.
Step 14: Start rolling.
If you roll the disc away from your pup, he will chase after it.Tell him to come back.He's going to enjoy this game, and he'll play along.
Step 15: The disc should be thrown.
Throw it away from your dog.He will either catch it in the air or chase it down.It takes some of the fun out of chasing it down if you hit him, so you don't want to toss it at him.If you teach him to catch it and play with the disc, he'll be more likely to do it.
Step 16: You can call him back.
If your border collie catches the disc, call him back and tell him to drop it for you.
Step 17: There are various train styles.
One event in disc events for dogs is throwing and catching.You will need to practice your throws and teach your dog how to catch.In these events, you increase your distance gradually.
Step 18: Start young.
If you have a border collie in your house, you can start training it.Your puppy is absorbing information whether you are trying to train him or not, so you should start teaching him good habits young.
Step 19: The puppy should be kept in a confined space.
You can use a leash or a crate.A small room is also possible.If the puppy starts to go to the bathroom, you can take him outside.Your puppy is less likely to go in a relatively small space because dogs don't like going to the bathroom in the same place they sleep.Check to see if the crate is large enough.Your dog should be able to turn around.If the dog decides to go to the bathroom in the crate, then stop using it for a while.He may not be ready for house training, or he may have other issues you need to solve, such as taking him out more often.
Step 20: It's a good idea to take your puppy out a lot.
A 2-month-old puppy can hold it for about 2 hours, while a 3-month old can keep it there for 3 hours.If you are trying to house train your puppy, make sure to take it out at least once a day to go to the bathroom.When your puppy has more control over his bladder, experts recommend waiting until 3 months to start training.If you use a leash, you can lead your puppy to the same spot in the yard every time.One of the benefits of using the same spot is that your puppy will like it and want to go there.Begin using a verbal cue, such as "potty time" each time, so your dog learns to associate those words with going to the bathroom.If your dog doesn't go to the bathroom when you take him outside, put him back in the confined space and try again in 30 minutes.
Step 21: You can reward the behavior you want.
Praise the puppy and give her a treat after she finishes going to the bathroom.
Step 22: If she starts going to the bathroom, take the puppy outside.
Make a noise to startle the pup and get her to stop.Go to her spot in the yard.Follow with a reward if she keeps going.
Step 23: Don't let the schedule get in the way of keeping on a schedule.
You have to take your puppy out on time.You need to feed him on time as that will lead to more consistent bathroom times.Spread the feeding times out over the day so you have enough to feed your dog.
Step 24: Consistency is important.
Your dog will be confused if you don't provide and take away rewards.
Step 25: Negative reinforcement shouldn't be tried.
It will only make the situation worse if you push the dog's face in an accident.If you want to go to the bathroom outside, your dog may learn to be afraid of you.When he has an accident, give as little attention to the problem as possible.
Step 26: Be patient.
It can take up to half a year to house train your dog.You will be rewarded in the end with a dog who knows when to go to the bathroom, even if you get frustrated at all the accidents.
Step 27: Allow your puppy more freedom.
You can give your dog more freedom if he seems to have trouble with the potty.You should try to keep him out of areas that you don't want him to use the bathroom in.
Step 28: Look for the stance.
If your border collie lowers her head and front legs, she is getting into her herding stance.She has a natural instinct for herding.She wants to herd whatever she's concentrating on, from cats to cars, so she dropped into this stance.
Step 29: It's a good idea to give your border collie lots of exercise.
Provide your border collie with plenty of exercise to keep her happy.
Step 30: Understand the difference between your border collie's growls.
A border collie has two types of growls, one serious and one play.You need to know the difference so you don't upset your dog.Listen for play growls when she's playing tug-of-war and learn to differentiate the sound from her more serious growl.If you choose to teach your border collie to growl at sheep, you will be able to tell when she is growling at them.
Step 31: Let your dog make her own decisions.
Your border collie was bred to herd animals.She wants a job.If you can allow her to herd, that's great.Recreational herding is a form of dog sport if you don't have room for other animals.Giving your border collie a digging hole or allowing her to "herd" cats is one of the jobs you can give her.Use her bad behaviors, such as digging holes in the yard or chasing cats, to turn them into something controlled.