Why the poodle is not the easiest breed to train: all the secrets of its upbringing

It is not easy to train a poodle properly, as even experienced dog handlers recognize. Representatives of this breed are known for their high intelligence and pronounced personality, so they do not tend to blindly obey commands.

Accordingly, you need to make serious efforts and be patient and resourceful to train him.

OBOZ. UA knows the main secrets of poodle training.

Intelligent and prone to analysis

Poodles rank second in terms of intelligence after border collie, which makes training them both exciting and difficult at the same time. At the same time, many poodle owners underestimate the complexity of the task they are facing, which leads to problems in their relationship with the dog.

The first thing to consider when getting a poodle is that it prefers to analyze the situation and act on its own terms. This often leads to a misunderstanding of the behavior associated with natural intelligence and independence.

Channel your poodle's energy in the right direction

Historically, Poodles were working dogs, and this trait still influences their behavior. They tend to be active and can cause problems if their energy and intelligence are not channelled in the right way. Therefore, it is important to provide them with sufficient mental and physical activity, as well as teach them to relax.

Poodles are also known for their affection for their owners. They are often called "Velcro dogs" because of their desire to be close to their owners. However, this can lead to separation anxiety if the pet is left alone for a long time.

Poodles also have a great sense of humor and love to make their owners laugh, which makes them fun and attractive companions.

Get creative with your poodle training

Regardless of the size – whether it's a miniature or a "regular" poodle – their temperaments are similar. The only difference is that larger animals are more likely to be physically active and playful. However, all representatives of this breed like to use their intelligence, which sometimes ends in pranks.

One of the peculiarities of poodles is their waywardness. They do not like to repeat the same action many times and can offer alternative solutions if they feel that their request does not make sense. This requires owners to be creative in training, for example, using educational games that stimulate their mental activity.

Be that as it may, poodles are incredibly loyal and intelligent dogs that become ideal companions with the right approach. Their upbringing requires time, patience, and understanding, but the result is worth the effort.

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