Easy Boston Terrier Training

The biggest secret to any dog training is to be consistent. Boston Terrier dogs pick things up pretty quick so if you offer rewards for certain behavious, be prepared to offer that reward each time. Use a small treat or cookie, because you'll be going through a lot of them at first.

Another secret to easy Boston Terrier training is to always be consistent with the words or phrases that you use in training. For example, if you say "sit", keep saying sit all the time. If you change it up and say "sit down" the next time, this is confusing to your Boston Terrier.

Lastly, try to use the same tone of voice in training your dog. Keep an even, almost monotone voice when giving the command. That way, when your Boston Terrier achieves the command, your voice should be excited. Animals are able to distinguish the tone in your voice before they recognize the words or phrases, so it is especially important to not sound angry or disappointed.

Start off with a simple command, like sit. Place your hand on her back end and gently push her into a sitting position. At first, you may have to actually "position" her, but believe me it won't take long before she gets the idea. Have your treat ready in your hand so that once your little sweetie is in position, even if you had to place her there, you can give it immediately. When you are just starting out, your dog will not understand if you leave her to go get a treat from the treat jar.
Do this 3 times a day for 1 week and your Boston Terrier training will have paid off. In fact, it may not even take a whole week. Keep on doing it, though, because consistency definitely pays off.

It really is possible to train Boston Terrier dogs in one week to do a simple command. I have proven this many times with Samba, my adorable Boston Terrier. You can only pick one thing at a time to work on, then you can choose another one next week.

Choose any command, such as stay, come or whatever you would like to train your buddy. Remember to always use the same word when you are training and use the same tone in your voice.

Position your Boston Terrier in the training position and reward him immediately. Keep doing this over and over praising your dog as he performs correctly. Practice for five minutes, then stop for the day.

Repeat this method 3 times per day with lots of rewards for a week. This has worked very well for me and my Boston Terrier, Samba. She has been a joy to train and I have proven that it works.

I would caution that you don't want to work on more than one command or training thing at a time. This is frustrating for your Boston Terrier and she won't know what to expect from you. She will try to please you by doing some of the training exercises, but not necessarily the ones that you want her to do.

Also, when starting out, only train for no more than five minutes. If you spend too long on your Boston Terrier dog's training, she may become bored or annoyed. You want this to be an enjoyable experience for both of you.

It doesn't get any easier than that. By spending just a few minutes per day doing these fun and easy exercises, you and your dog will be much happier and the rewards will pay off for years.

There are four main points to consider in Boston Terrier crate training. You will want to keep in mind the comfort of your dog, safety of your beloved pet, the location that the crate will be placed in, and the time of day and length of time your Boston Terrier will be occupying the crate.

Crates are like providing a bedroom for your dog and are therefore good for the lifetime of your dog, not just for training purposes. Remember that crates are not just for training puppies. Older dogs especially appreciate a crate to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday family life, which can includes small children or other pets.

Make sure the crate is large enough for your dog. He should be able to comfortably stand up and turn around without rubbing the top or sides of the crate. You will want to place a bed inside and consider adding bumper pads. Sometimes your Boston Terrier dog's tender skin can rub against the metal bars and cause injury.

When choosing a location to introduce your Boston Terrier to crate training, keep in mind that your loyal companion is social, and wants to be where you are. Place the crate where he can see you. This will reduce separation anxiety. This may mean moving the crate from the bedroom to the main living area and trying a few different spots to see which one works best.

It is also very important to notice things like light and temperature. You will need to be careful not to place the crate in direct sunlight or next to a radiator. If you notice your Boston Terrier panting the whole time he is in the crate, it is in an area that is too warm. Conversely, as the Boston Terrier is a short-haired breed, sometimes it can be too cold near a window.

On a final note, to make it a positive experience for your Boston Terrier crate training, never use the crate as a punishment. You can even give the crate a name. With our Boston Terrier, Samba, we call it her "House". She loves it and it is definitely where she likes to hang out.