How Do You Train German Shorthaired Pointer Puppies?
German shorthaired pointers are very intelligent dogs and are very easily trained. There are certain basic training commands all puppies should learn, even before “kindergarten” obedience classes can start. Pointer puppies need to be potty trained, crate trained and leash trained. German shorthaired pointers learn best with positive behavior rewards and need no force or coercion based on fear or intimidation. One issue you will want to get right as a trainer is how to leash train your puppy. German shorthaired pointers grow up to be big, strong dogs, and they can be hard to handle on a leash if they have not been properly trained when they are puppies. Purchase a large crate for your German shorthaired pointer puppy. She will grow into it. Put the crate in an area where the two of you spend time together. Keep the door to the crate open. Watch your puppy. When she looks interested in the crate or sniffs it, praise her highly and give her a doggie treat. Repeat this many times. Make it
