Effective Samoyed Training Techniques Explained

Understanding the Action

Sitting facetoface with a Samoyed, take a moment to gently touch the dog's right paw with your right hand. Guide the Samoyed to extend its paw and scratch you. This is the perfect opportunity to initiate a handshake, giving the command "shake." As you traditionally shake hands, say "hello, hello," and then issue the "release" command, while also repeating it. Training may not always go smoothly, as managing the Samoyed's emotions and keeping it on track can be quite challenging. As the owner, you must find ways to spark your dog's interest in training, ensuring they are eager to complete the shake command. Before training, engage in play with your Samoyed to settle its mood. During the training, offer comfort, occasional petting, and even food rewards to keep its enthusiasm high. Upon successfully completing the action, you can reward your little Samoyed with a treat.

Using Treats to Attract

Place a treat your dog loves in the palm of your hand, allowing it to sniff the delicious scent. However, do not give it to the dog or discourage its appetite. After a while, the Samoyed will extend its paw, hoping to open your hand. That's when you can gently grasp its paw and enjoy the treat it's holding. Repeating this action over time will teach the dog that by placing its paw on your hand, it can expect a reward. But remember, dogs don't always understand your intentions, so patience is key. Avoid scolding or hitting the dog if it doesn't comply, as this can discourage it from performing the desired actions.

Patience

Training a dog is a longterm process, often requiring the repetition of a single action. As the owner, you must possess ample patience until the dog masters the skill. Always ensure that the dog knows there is a reward for its efforts. Samoyeds are intelligent and have a good learning ability. You can teach them to shake hands in various ways, such as saying "shake" while performing the action. The crucial point is to stay consistent and not give up halfway, as dogs may not have received any instructions before. Understand your dog and be patient with its learning process.

Training Duration

Avoid training sessions that last too long, typically no more than 1520 minutes, as the dog may become bored. Initially, the dog may think you're just playing, and it will be happy to follow your commands and actions. However, as time goes on, the dog may start to lose focus, look around, and become distracted. In such cases, it's best not to force the dog to follow commands, as it may struggle to pay attention, and you may become frustrated. This situation can be detrimental to both the dog and the owner.

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