subject: Chihuahua Trainng - 3 Different Methods [print this page] Chihuahua Trainng - 3 Different Methods Chihuahua Trainng - 3 Different Methods
Every Chihuahuas are different from each other. Each comes with a unique temperament and personality which means that each requires a slightly different disciplinary approach for training. Research and experience have found out that the best approach that you can use for training is "Positive reinforcement" which means rewarding your chihuahua for good behaviors. Chihuahuas respond well to treats and as long as you are giving them positive attentions.
Positive Reinforcement
You might wonder how positive reinforcement works. Actually, it means rewarding your dog for doing anything good. For example, if your chihuahua goes outside for eliminating purposes, then you should give them a treat. If he doesn't bark when your relatives come, you should again give them a treat. If you reward their good behaviors with treats, they begin to relate these treats with positive behaviors. However if you punish or scold them for bad behaviors, then that may grow abnormal behaviors in them like hiding under the bed, being stubborn, etc. Such behaviors can result in insecure feeling and resentment. So, positive reinforcement is only the best way to instill positive behaviors in them.
Developmental Understanding
There are developmental milestones in chihuahua that enhance their ability to become perfectly trained. For instance, your chihuahua is not physically and cognitively mature enough to become potty trained at 2 months of age. His mind is not fully comprehended with the concept that he is not allowed to eliminate inside and that he will be rewarded for doing that outside. So, you should understand and be perceptive to their individual development as their bladder is also not well developed to the point where he could have control of urinary urges.
Clicking Method
Clicking method is used to speed up chihuahua training. For example, when you provide treat to your chihuahua, click the clicker at the same time he takes it. This helps them in associating the positive behaviors with treats quickly. Slowly, you can also wean your chihuahua off the treats and clicking once they learn the desired trick and start behaving in a disciplined way. You can buy the clicker at any pet store For $5 or less.
