Training my Dalmatian puppy :) Questions

Hi guys my name is Rachael and my partner (Christopher) have recently brought home a beautiful Dalmatian puppy called Rush.

I just want some advice on training rush. He seems to have almost nailed the house training (only had a few accidents inside). I am curious about different training techniques that people have used to get the correct behaviour they want for their Dalmatian.

Any help is much appreciated
Thanks Rachael, Christopher and Rush x

Congratulations on your new puppy! I am afraid that I cannot help you but Pereg and I would like to welcome you to Breedia!

We would also love to see photos of Rush!

Aww thank you malka here is a picture of rush he is such a poser!

Oh my - is he cute or is he cute! Absolutely adorable!

Thanks guys it's nice to be able to talk to people that are in or have been in my shoes

Azz I will have a look for that book I have been looking at a few but wasn't sure which one was best. To be honest I didn't want to spend the money without recommendations on them first . I saw a book call Dalmatian savvy has any one heard of it and is it any good? The info I have had a read of on this book seems good, but I am a strong believer in if it's to good to be true it probably is when it comes to things on line haha!!

Hi I am a puppy trainer what sort of training are you looking at, Walking, recall, stay, sit, down or is it something else your after.

Awwww wow thanks guys.

As for what training we want it's for it all haha. We have got a few things working already and have started using a clicker when he is displaying the behaviour we want to see. Sounds a silly question but can I google the ADPT trainers to see if there is any in my area (Scunthorpe in North Lincolnshire)

I am sure you will be able to find the sort of trainer you want in Scunthorpe - try googling and see what it comes up with.

Puppy socialization classes would be great for him. I've known two dalmations very well - loved both of them! However, there was a big difference in personality. The bitch was very easy to train, the dog was quite a handful and sometimes a problem with other dogs. So I was left with the impression that male dalmations can be quite dominant, but perhaps it was just that one individual dog.

Can you ask the breeder for training advice?

My husband has always wanted a dalmation - and seeing your gorgeous boy is making me want one too!

Hey guys the vets I have him registered at have 'puppy parties' every Tuesday night. This is where we can take rush to meet and play with other puppies and it's free of charge which is always an added bonus. My task for this afternoon is to google some training classes around my area fingers crossed there are some that are close.

Meg thank you I was half asleep when I was reading the post last nighthawk! I shall take a look at the links in a bit. I am going to go now as rush has just woken up and is full of beans haha!

I will check back in when the monster is asleep again many thanks guys for your help

Love Rachael, Christopher and Rush xx

Ah - the puppy mad half hours once they wake up - I remember them well!

Thanks meg! I shall keep an eye out. I wouldn't go to classes like that it's not nice.

What a gorgeous puppy and love his name x
Depends how they are run but Im not a fan of Puppy Classes and they are not suitable for all pups, especially when they are let loose, they should match the puppies based on personality and play style but lots don’t and shy ones can be overwhelmed by the more bolder ones if pounced on.
As for ‘trainers/Behaviourists I personally don’t go by memberships / franchises / qualifications etc. I judge a dog trainer by gut instinct and what they have achieved.

I think its very important that one should check out a training club/Trainers before committing themselves.
Observe classes without your dog, that way you get to see first hand the methods used and how the dogs and handlers behave.
Are the trainers happy to talk with you or are you just there to pay their mortgage.

Hi GsdSlave yes I agree with what you are saying. We have been given a number of a trainer local to us that has been highly recommended which to me bodes well in my eyes. Christopher is going to give them a ring tomorrow to get some more information about what they do

Hey guys quick question Christopher and myself have been told to try pinning rush when he goes for us, which is becoming more and more these last couple of days along with snapping and growling at us. What are your thoughts on this? I am not sure about bit thought I would ask you guys see what you say

Thanks
Rachael

Rachael - I am not sure what "pinning" is but I do not like the sound of it.

When Rush "goes" for you, stand up, cross your arms, and turn your back on him. If you react he will think that it is either a game or that he can get away with doing whatever he wants.

Yeah I totally agree with you malka. I said to Christopher I don't like the sound of it and he felt the same. So glad someone feels the same way