How To Have A Well Trained Bichon Frise

It is important that you recognize Bichon Frise problem behaviors early so that they can be easily corrected. As owners we sometimes mistake Bichon Frise problem behaviors as cute or natural dog behavior. Little things like holding onto something when you want to take it away or try to get your attention while you are doing something may seem cute at first but they are indications of behavior problems.

It is important to recognize that rather than being cute these behaviors are problems and your Bichon Frise needs training. Bichon Frise training is best carried out when your dog is still a puppy and the behavior has not yet become a habit. Dog training books will tell you this and anyone else you talk to will advise you to start training as soon as you can. Bichon Frise training does not need to be a chore, as it can be great fun for both owner and pet.

One way to solve Bichon Frise problem behaviors in regards to house breaking is to use the confinement method. Until your dog is properly house broken it should not be allowed to have access to your entire house. Letting your new puppy roam around the house will mean accidents and once the puppy has a few accidents it will think it’s okay to go in the house. Have a small den, whether a crate or exercise pen that is comfortable and away from any busy areas in the house.

If your dog is comfortable in the pen it will not want to go in the den. Take the dog to an area that is suitable for it to go regularly and allow your pet easy access to this area at all times. Follow a schedule and make sure you take your dog to this area after meals, after it has woken up and after play. These are usually the times that your puppy will need to go. Barking loudly is one of the Bichon Frise problem behaviors that needs to be corrected quickly. Stop your dog from barking by firmly reprimanding your dog and using body language to convey that this is negative behavior you will not tolerate. Above all your Bichon Frise training should be consistent. Never waver and laugh at misbehavior because it looks cute. Your dog needs to always know that something bad must not be repeated. It can only learn this if you are consistent in your actions. Bad behavior always earns a scolding while good behavior earns rewards and praise.

Keep playing with your Bichon Frise. This is actually an important part of Bichon Frise training. Dog training books aimed at the Bichon Frise will advocate this too. Make sure that you socialize your dog by introducing it to other people and animals. Otherwise your dog will be excessively shy and suspicious of strangers.

Mary Stevenson is an experienced breeder of many years with a love for the Bichon Frise. Bichon Frise training needs to concentrate on certain areas due to the behavioral quirks of this breed. You might not find everything you need in dog training books when training your pet. However it is helpful to have dog training books when training your pet.