Hunting Dog Training

Question by ann m: What should I do with my dog *before* we go to a dog training class so that she pays more attention?
We have a 7 month old beagle/coonhound mix and going to beginner classes for training.

The trainer said we should exercise her alot before going to class. We don’t want to tire her out too much…but will try more next week….see if it helps.

Are there any other suggestions besides tire the dog out?

Thanks

Best answer:

Answer by Nedra E
Teach her to sit, and try to teach her to stay.
Sit before you give a treat.
Sit before you put the food dish down.
Sit before you let her out the door.
Sit before you let her back in.
Sit before you pet her.

If you don’t have a basic book on how to train your dog, then get one.

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