Are you about to bring home a new French Bulldog puppy? This is an exciting time for you, but make sure you are prepared for what is to come. You should have a plan for training your new puppy. Fortunately, we can help you with some good tips that will get you on the right track. Let’s get started.
Start right now
Your new puppy, like a human child, is a sponge. You should start training them right away, but start slowly. Work on the little things like potty training and no commands. These are the things that will keep them out of trouble as they explore their new world.
Practice positive reinforcement
Treats and praise work much better than scolding with French Bulldogs. But remember: you have to do it quickly. Puppies have a short attention span, so you need to reward them immediately. Always keep treats on hand so you’re ready to go with a positive reward.
Emphasize socialization
It is important to introduce your puppy to different situations and different people and pets. Once your Frenchie is fully vaccinated, you can take him on outings in public. Good destinations include dog parks and pet-friendly stores like Home Depot. Good socialization ensures a well-adjusted dog that is not afraid of the world.
Practice the most important commands daily
Commands such as sit, stay, come and go down should be practiced daily until your puppy has a handle on them. These are the commands used to curb bad behavior and keep your puppy out of trouble, so they are very important.
Use a belt
Even if your new puppy spends most of the time at home or in a fenced yard, you will need to train him to be comfortable on a leash. Your puppy will eventually need to go to the vet and a leash is mandatory. If they don’t learn to be on a leash and “do their business” while on a leash, you will have problems in the future.
Be consistent
Your puppy won’t pick up on everything right away and it can be easy to give up hope. Don’t give up on training. Instead, be consistent and stick to it. Eventually they will start to pick things up and you will see progress being made. The key is to be consistent and keep using the same training methods.
Seek professional training
If training a puppy isn’t your thing, be honest with yourself. Perhaps professional training is best for your French Bulldog puppy. The money spent by hiring a professional will yield huge profits in the future.
