Tips for Jack Russell Owners
Jack Russell Obedience Training
Now that you are the proud owner of a Jack Russell Terrier you need to be prepared to train your JRT. Untrained Jack’s will walk all over you, and become out of control – it is important that you prepared to enroll both him and yourself into a proper training program. While there are many different approaches you can take when it comes to training your dog a popular method that trainers have been using for years is the leash and collar method.
Not All Methods of Dog Training Make Successful Dogs
There are many different styles of canine training, and finding the one that works best for you is important. Your goal is to turn your dog into a star Jack Russell Terrier, one who is talented, loyal and a faithful member of the family.
You will get the best out of training classes by selecting one that strengthens the relationship between you and your dog. The fundamentals of any successful training program are the ones that get the respect of the dog in training. Fortunately, Jack Russell Terriers it is instinctive to seek leaders, and to follow the direction of those leaders.
Cure Bad Behavior with Simple and Effective Leash and Collar Training
This article focuses on one of the most popular methods of Jack Russell Terrier training – the so called leash and collar style of training. Another popular training method used to successfully train dogs is called “reward training” or “positive reinforcement training”.
Both types of training have been around for a very long time, and they have proven their effectiveness over time. The type of training that works best will vary from Jack Russell Terrier to Jack Russell Terrier, and from breed to breed. It is important to remember that each dog has its own unique qualities, reinforced by hundreds of years of selective breeding.
Of course personalities of individual Jack Russell Terriers vary quite a bit. You, know better than anyone, which style of training will work best for your Jack, so it is important to work with the trainer you choose to achieve your goals for your Jack Russell Terrier
Leash and collar training is the best way to accomplish many types of training, particularly in situations where the Jack Russell Terrier must have a high level of reliability.
Be Consistent! If Not You Will Confuse Your Young Jack Russell
In leash and collar training, varying degrees of force can be used, ranging from slight prompts with the lead to very harsh corrections. The amount of correction used should be appropriate to the situation. Too much correction, or too little, will make the training ineffective.
In a collar and leash based training program, the Jack Russell Terrier is taught a particular behavior, generally with the leash. After he or she has demonstrated that it understands the command, the leash is then used to correct the Jack Russell Terrier if it disobeys, or when it makes a mistake. The leash is the main form of controlling and communicating with your dog in leash and collar training.
When using leash and collar training, it is important that your “Jack” be trained to trust the handler and accept his or her directions without question. In order for the Russell to be fully trained, the handler must demonstrate the ability to place the Jack Russell Terrier into a posture or position he or she does not want to take. This does not mean using force, but it does generally require some level of physical guidance. This training is most easily and safely done using the leash and collar system.
Use Positive Re-enforcement Techniques When Possible
Reward Good Behavior – Ignore Bad
It is important for every Jack Russell Terrier trainer to understand that the leash is simply a tool. While the leash is an important it is important for the Jack Russell Terrier trainer to be able to eventually achieve the same results without the use of a leash.
The goal is to eventually have your Jack Russell Terrier respond to his or her owner’s commands. Creating a leader and follower relationship between handler and Jack Russell Terrier is very important, and it is important to use the leash as a tool and not a crutch. A properly trained Jack Russell Terrier should be willing to obey whether the leash is present or not.
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