As with all puppies, your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy will depend on you for everything, from his feeding to his training. Getting to know your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy is the first part of training. Doing this starts with socializing him, teaching him his name, and by beginning the very important part of training...his education.
Here are important parts of your puppy's training:
House Rules: Making sure that your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy fits into your home and becomes a good companion that is enjoyed not only by you, but by everyone is very important, and this starts with socializing your puppy. You need to hold and pet your puppy so that he knows that he is wanted and loved. Although this may be hard, be sure to not constantly play with your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy. When they are very young, they need adequate time to sleep. It is important to try to keep him on a schedule as much as you can, as he will become schedule-oriented very quickly. This will make your life a lot easier. If your puppy knows that you get up at 8:00 a.m. and shortly after you take him outside, the puppy will wait for you to let him out instead of relieving himself in his crate.
Remember that habits learned at an early age, whether good or bad ones, become lifelong habits. In saying that, it is vital to start out on a positive note. Do not let your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy chew on things that he's not supposed to and think it's cute, or this will soon get out of control and very hard to break. Setting limits and making sure your puppy sticks to them is very important.
Until your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy is trained and mature enough, it is important to keep him confined to a specific area, such as the kitchen or den. You can use baby gates, which will help your puppy learn that he is welcomed in certain areas of the house and not welcomed in other areas. Remember to put your puppy in his crate when you leave home. Your puppy will be very comfortable in your house, and he'll more than likely just sleep until you return home.
Name Choosing: Choosing and giving your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy a name is a very important factor in training your puppy. Obviously the name you give your puppy is up to you, but keep in mind that short one or two syllable names are the easiest for training, such as Juno or Trig. This is easier for your dog and for the people in his life, making training easier as well.
Regardless of the name you choose for your puppy, be sure to use it often and always in a positive way. It is wise to never use your puppy's name when you scold him. Also, never call your puppy to you and then scold him.
Potty Training: Potty training your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy will be the easiest when the crate training method is used. Using a crate to confine your puppy whenever you are not able to watch him for short periods of time is best. When you first get your puppy, you will need to take him out every 45 minutes to an hour to relieve himself. Be sure to take your puppy through the same door and to the same spot in the yard each time. Repetition is the key to success. Crates are very important to use when potty training because by instinct your puppy will want to keep his eating and sleeping area (their den/crate) clean. They will hold their potty for as long as they can, and so by using the crate, the puppy's instinct will be working for you. Your puppy will learn when and where you want him to potty.
Watch your puppy very carefully while you are in the potty training process. You'll notice that your puppy will start to circle and sniff, looking for a place to potty when he has to go. When you are watching him, you can quickly take him to his potty spot. By watching your Yorkshire Terrier puppy closely, you will pick up on his individual body language when he needs to relieve himself. The most important and critical times to watch for these signs is as soon as he wakes up, as soon as he finishes a meal, first thing in the morning, after he is done playing, and as soon as you take him out of his crate. Do not allow your puppy to run loose when your eyes are not on him. Keep in mind that each time your puppy has an accident, he is being trained to potty in that spot, so it is very important to keep a close eye on him to help prevent these accidents. Consistency is the key to success.
Overall, a Yorkshire Terrier Puppy is a great dog to own and with consistency, love, boundaries, and repetition, he will learn and catch on fast. Remember to start your puppy's training as soon as you bring him home, as this is the key to successful training. Having a Yorkshire Terrier Puppy is a very fun and fulfilling experience that takes your dedication to make sure it is a positive experience. Don't forget that your puppy depends on you for everything, and giving your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy adequate training and education is one of the most important things you can give him. Have fun with your new puppy!
Here are important parts of your puppy's training:
House Rules: Making sure that your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy fits into your home and becomes a good companion that is enjoyed not only by you, but by everyone is very important, and this starts with socializing your puppy. You need to hold and pet your puppy so that he knows that he is wanted and loved. Although this may be hard, be sure to not constantly play with your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy. When they are very young, they need adequate time to sleep. It is important to try to keep him on a schedule as much as you can, as he will become schedule-oriented very quickly. This will make your life a lot easier. If your puppy knows that you get up at 8:00 a.m. and shortly after you take him outside, the puppy will wait for you to let him out instead of relieving himself in his crate.
Remember that habits learned at an early age, whether good or bad ones, become lifelong habits. In saying that, it is vital to start out on a positive note. Do not let your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy chew on things that he's not supposed to and think it's cute, or this will soon get out of control and very hard to break. Setting limits and making sure your puppy sticks to them is very important.
Until your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy is trained and mature enough, it is important to keep him confined to a specific area, such as the kitchen or den. You can use baby gates, which will help your puppy learn that he is welcomed in certain areas of the house and not welcomed in other areas. Remember to put your puppy in his crate when you leave home. Your puppy will be very comfortable in your house, and he'll more than likely just sleep until you return home.
Name Choosing: Choosing and giving your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy a name is a very important factor in training your puppy. Obviously the name you give your puppy is up to you, but keep in mind that short one or two syllable names are the easiest for training, such as Juno or Trig. This is easier for your dog and for the people in his life, making training easier as well.
Regardless of the name you choose for your puppy, be sure to use it often and always in a positive way. It is wise to never use your puppy's name when you scold him. Also, never call your puppy to you and then scold him.
Potty Training: Potty training your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy will be the easiest when the crate training method is used. Using a crate to confine your puppy whenever you are not able to watch him for short periods of time is best. When you first get your puppy, you will need to take him out every 45 minutes to an hour to relieve himself. Be sure to take your puppy through the same door and to the same spot in the yard each time. Repetition is the key to success. Crates are very important to use when potty training because by instinct your puppy will want to keep his eating and sleeping area (their den/crate) clean. They will hold their potty for as long as they can, and so by using the crate, the puppy's instinct will be working for you. Your puppy will learn when and where you want him to potty.
Watch your puppy very carefully while you are in the potty training process. You'll notice that your puppy will start to circle and sniff, looking for a place to potty when he has to go. When you are watching him, you can quickly take him to his potty spot. By watching your Yorkshire Terrier puppy closely, you will pick up on his individual body language when he needs to relieve himself. The most important and critical times to watch for these signs is as soon as he wakes up, as soon as he finishes a meal, first thing in the morning, after he is done playing, and as soon as you take him out of his crate. Do not allow your puppy to run loose when your eyes are not on him. Keep in mind that each time your puppy has an accident, he is being trained to potty in that spot, so it is very important to keep a close eye on him to help prevent these accidents. Consistency is the key to success.
Overall, a Yorkshire Terrier Puppy is a great dog to own and with consistency, love, boundaries, and repetition, he will learn and catch on fast. Remember to start your puppy's training as soon as you bring him home, as this is the key to successful training. Having a Yorkshire Terrier Puppy is a very fun and fulfilling experience that takes your dedication to make sure it is a positive experience. Don't forget that your puppy depends on you for everything, and giving your Yorkshire Terrier Puppy adequate training and education is one of the most important things you can give him. Have fun with your new puppy!
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