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Understanding English bulldogs before starting to train one is the first most important thing. English bulldogs are very intelligent, but can be very stubborn and frustrating. Having patience and consistency in training is the best starting point for training your English bulldog. The main goal is to have an obedient dog that respects and loves you.
Part of training is understanding the bulldog training basics. Learn them and keep them in mind whenever training your bulldog.
Using harsh methods such as shock collars or yelling and smacking the dog might seem to make your dog obedient, but in reality, the dog does not love or respect you. You also run the risk of the dog turning on you when it has had enough.
When training English bulldogs, positive reinforcement has proven time and time again to be extremely effective. It might seem simple but the results are great. When training your English bulldog to sit for example, get its full attention first. Ask it to sit and use gestures as well. When the dog obliges, give it treats and praises.
This will instill in to the dog that good behavior is rewarded and bad isn't. This should be repeated with all the things that you want to train your dog to do, and within a few weeks, your dog will start to display positive behavior. Remember to scold your dog every time they do something undesirable, but be careful not to be too harsh.
Remember always that English bulldogs are naturally stubborn and that you need to be persistent when training your dog. If the dog senses that you want to give up or that you are frustrated, it will view you as a weak leader and so continue with the undesirable behavior. Train your English bulldog to be on a leash from when it is a puppy.
This will emphasize to the dog that you are the boss and it cannot just run around chasing cars or people. Make sure that every time you take your bulldog for a walk, it is on a leash. English bulldogs can be mischievous and distractive, and this will calm them down.
English bulldogs love to chew on virtually anything that they can lay their paws on. This includes shoes, the carpet, tables and other things around the house. They can be very destructive and so it is necessary to let them know that it is not ok to chew on everything. Buying your English bulldog toys to play and chew on is a good start. Also reward your bulldog when it chews on its toys rather than household items. Positive reinforcement will remind the dog that not everything is meant to be chewed on.
Also constantly remind your English bulldog that you are the leader. Serve yourself food first before it. Go out the front door before it. Over time, your dog will learn that you are the leader. It is very important to constantly reward your dog when it displays desirable behavior
This will ensure that he keeps repeating that behavior, and will also create a close bond between the two of you. Never use cruel methods to train your bulldog. English bulldogs can be very destructive when they are bored. Having two dogs can help keep your bulldogs busy. You should also constantly engage your bulldog in mental stimulating tasks.
