Training your Pit Bull to be obedient can be quite a challenge but it is definitely not impossible. In fact, you can teach your Pit Bull how to behave more like a dog and less like a wild animal. Training your Pit Bull to be more docile takes some time and effort but it is very rewarding. If you have an aggressive Pit Bull and even think about trying to get him/her to obey you then you should consider doing the following simple tips on how to train an aggressive Pit Bull. Remember these are only a few of the many dog training tricks you can try.
The first step is to become a professional dog trainer or at least take a class so that you will know how to handle your pet properly. It will benefit both of you to become trained in this field of excellence. Then you can begin training your Pit Bull to follow your commands like, sit, stay, come, etc. By using the right type of collar and leash for your Pit Bull, you will make the task of training him easier and much faster.
Next thing you will need to do is to determine which type of leash works best for you and your dog’s personality. One of the best choices for most people is a high quality lead with a heavy duty leash. A normal collar will be too light for a stubborn Pit Bull and he/she will rip it apart trying to grab it. If you decide to use a normal collar then be sure and put something over the shoulder, like a small dog tag, this way you know who is at the controls. You will want to work on how you want your Pit Bull to react to your commands while on the leash.
It is important to always keep the dog on a leash and never use any type of choke chain/leash when training aggressive Pit Bulls. The reason is because they have strong tendencies to snap at anything that is in their path. They have a tendency to want to test you physically and will not hesitate to attack if they feel threatened. This includes family members, other dogs or even people. The first thing you should learn in regards to training your Pit Bull is that he is not a pack animal and cannot be forced into any social settings, therefore you should never use physical force.
Training aggressive Pit Bulls can sometimes become frustrating for pet owners. Many people use negative reinforcement, which does not train your beloved pet, it only teaches them to expect worse of themselves and as a result never learn what is acceptable. Here are some tips to help you train your dog in a more positive and effective direction. Keep in mind that it takes time and persistence in order to create positive associations with his surroundings and other people and animals alike.
One way to begin training your Pit Bull is through positive reinforcement. This involves rewarding your dog for good behavior and teaching him the word “no.” As previously mentioned, Pit Bulls has strong tendencies to snap at anything that is in their path. To teach your dog the “no” command, hold the leash in front of his nose and say “no” in a firm voice while pulling him towards you. If your dog obeys the command, give him the treat and praise him.
Another way to effectively train your Pit Bull dog is through physical stimulation. Physical stimulation is extremely important in helping your Pit Bull eliminate unwanted behaviors such as aggression. Try holding the leash in one hand and pointing the other toward your dog’s area of aggression. Give your dog lots of praise and positive attention while doing this and as soon as he submits to you, reward him with a treat.
These two methods may seem a little drastic and a little too simplistic, however, if you want to teach your pooch not to snap at people, chew on furniture, or become overly excited when you enter his space, then these methods will work for you. However, please note that these methods are only a beginning to solving the problem of how to train an aggressive pitbull. Proper socialization and training from an early age will help minimize any problems you may encounter with your dog. Remember, Pit Bulls is just like other dogs. They have needs and desires just like us humans.
