Synopsis(back cover) BARRON'S Training Your Dog Series Books in this series speak exclusively to the task of dog training and tell you what you need to know about the distinctive traits of individual breeds. You'll find information on virtually every aspect of training, starting with house training and socialization, then progressing to basic obedience skills, walking your dog on a leash, using verbal cues and hand signals, and much more. Humane methods for solving special behavior problems such as begging, jumping on visitors, nipping, and barking are also covered. Filled with instructive color photos Training Your Chihuahua Here is practical instruction in humane, reliable, and easy-to-understand techniques you can use to transform your Chihuahua into a well-mannered and well-trained companion. Because the typical Chihuahua is fiercely loyal to his master, this little dog doesn't always get along well with strangers, and training ideally includes socialization methods while your pet is still young. Training Your Chihuahua opens with a brief history of the breed, and then describes the animal's personality and traits, and advises on acquiring and bonding with your new pet, purchasing collars and leashes, teaching basic obedience skills, and much more., Because the typical Chihuahua is fiercely loyal to its master, this little dog doesn't always get along well with strangers or children. Prospective owners of Chihuahuas are generally advised to include socialization methods in the dog's training when it is very young. This book, a title in Barron's Training Your Dog series, presents breed-specific advice to dog owners. The emphasis is on dog-friendly methods for teaching skills and preventing or correcting bad habits. Virtually every aspect of canine training is covered, including house training, teaching obedience to verbal cues and hand signals, retrieving, walking the dog on a leash, and more. Instructive color photos appear on most pages.
LC Classification NumberSF429.C45L45 2011