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Tags: dogs, pets, training, dalmatian
 The Dalmatian breed is one of the most commonly seen sights on T.V. There have been several movies made with this pooch as its star, and even some cartoon series. Why? Because of it's unique beauty – it is one of the breeds that has remained untainted by other breeds, remaining truly pure.
The Dalmatian has been around for a very long time, but still retained its gorgeous white fur with black spots. Aside from having the look that makes it stand out, most dogs of this breed are easy to train. They have been used in many obedience competitions around the world, such as tracking.
But as I've said, MOST of these dogs are easy to train, but not all. Therefore training it will depend on you and the personality your pooch came with. The Dalmatian in general is a playful pet – it loves playing with its owners and family, but it doesn't feel the same way for everybody it meets.
This pooch can have issues with trusting strangers. It usually gets suspicious of people it doesn't know, and can take their actions as something offensive. Dealing with the problem at an age where it is already mature may be hard, and will take time and effort. So if you want things easier, start at an early age.
Everybody knows that training done early is absorbed by the puppy a lot faster. At this stage you can mold its mind and behavior much easier. While it's young, pay close attention to any signs of unwanted behavior. Then, gradually let it know that you don't like what its doing.
But don't be too rough are harsh, that will have negative impacts on it. Do not tolerate bad behavior, if left alone to have its way, it'll develop into something worse. Another thing to keep in mind is to show it who's in charge. Make it aware of your superiority – keeping it in its proper place would be a good way to start discipline, but never overdo it.
You may be making it fear you – from there it will associate its fear with all other human beings. This will cause sociability problems, such as being overly shy, interpreting gestures as signs of hostility, etc. When teaching it tricks, use the same tone of voice every time. Consistency is important, just as it is using the right tone of voice when issuing a command or reprimanding it.
Training routines should be daily and not too long. A Dalmatian wouldn't want to do anything that is boring, so try your best to maintain a fun atmosphere. Use motivators, such as a toy or doggy treat that is available only during training. Doing so would make it eager to train, which makes the task easier for the both of you.
When it does something good, such as being a well-behaved pet or obeying a command - praise it. It does wonders for its behavioral development. Training a Dalmatian may take time, so it'll need you to strive and be patient. Having a well-disciplined and obedient dog is something achievable, and is the most rewarding gift that a pet owner can ever have.
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Alex De La Cruz is a successful Dog Trainer who has been advising and coaching dog owners for many years. Alex now decided to share his knowledge through this site, Doggyweb.info. You can sign up for his free weekly newsletter and learn how to keep your dog healthy and happy.
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