How to Train German Wirehaired Pointers

The German wirehaired pointer is intelligent as well as active and friendly. Caring and consistent training at an early age is a necessity for this breed. Their intelligence makes them excellent companions once they are trained, but it can also make training difficult. Dog owners must realize what is required and make the commitment before adding a German wirehaired pointer to their homes.

Things You'll Need

  • Dog toys
  • Dog treats
  • Collar
  • Leash
  • Crate
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Instructions

  1. House training

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      Put your dog in its crate when its attention is not being occupied or entertained. You will continue this until your dog is housebroken. No free roaming in the house alone is permitted.

    • 2

      Remove your dog from its crate regularly to take it outside. When you are playing or cuddling with your dog inside, take regular beaks to go outside. Using a leash, take it where you want it to relieve itself. This will give it opportunities to relieve itself and reinforce that it should be done outside. Use a dog treat or dog toy as a reward.

    • 3

      Exercise your German wirehaired pointer several times a day. This includes taking a run or walk and playing outside. Intelligent dogs such as this need physical and mental stimulation throughout the day. This will help establish a potty routine outside and maintain the success of your training.