Proper Training

[genolium]

Hi everyone

I have just bought my first puppy, a pedigree Amstaff. He arrives from interstate in under 6 weeks

And as of now i am getting everything ready in the house and organising obedience classes. I believe puppy pre school is the first step, and then further

obedience training. My family and I are making obedience a high priority. Can anyone recommend any trainers in Adelaide, or what sort of training to do.

After reading a little of the forum I may even try some of K9 Forces techniques as they sound very effective

Any opinion would e greatly appreciated!

[Cosmolo]

Congratulations on the impending arrival of your pup! While i don't know him personally, many people have had good results wth Mark Singer in Adelaide so you may want to contact him. I urge you to make socialisation your absolute focus during your pups first 8-10 weeks home with you- obedience is great and can be started too but socialisation is critical- particularly with other dogs (in controlled, calm situations).

[genolium]

thanx for that i will definately call him.

Yes i plan on socialising him but maybe not at a puppy park, probably with relatives and friends dogs to start off with.

[Cosmolo]

Yes, no definitely not at a dog park but controlled socialisation with known dogs like what you've described would be ideal

Edited October 27, 2009 by Cosmolo