“Wait” and “Let’s Go” are basic training exercises for dogs. As with “Sit” and “Down”, if your Chihuahua already knows these exercises but in a slightly different form, don’t confuse him by reteaching them. Incorporate them into your daily teaching session using the cues and methods he knows.
It’s probable that “Sit and Down”, “Wait”, and “Let’s Go” were the first things you taught your Chihuahua – even if you used different cue words – but it’s good to build them into your routine along with games or tricks. It is better to make sure that your pet stays responsive and reacts promptly […]
There’s certain rules you need to follow if you want to be successful at teaching your Chihuahua. Your dog won’t differentiate between exercises and play if he’s having fun. To make sure that your training time together is both enjoyable and useful, get into good habits and stick to them.
Is your Chihuahua obsessed over a certain toy? Sometimes a dog will become completely obsessed over a particular item, usually a toy. This isn’t the same as having a favorite toy that he enjoys carrying around and perhaps taking to bed with him, or being excited by a game of “Fetch” or football.
What toys to use when playing with your Chihuahua? For many of the games and exercises, you’ll need some toys, preferably ones that your Chihuahua is already interested in. Whether he already has a box full of toys with plenty of favorites or prefers a found toy, such as an empty plastic bottle, most play […]
Chihuahuas have limited options when it comes to carry something: they can hold things in their mouth or not at all. When playing with toys, “Take It” is the cue for your Chihuahua to take the toy from your hand and hold it in his mouth. Over time, you can extend it to encourage your […]
