Ask the Frenchie Training - Handling a Hyper French Bulldog
gollygear July 18th, 2008
i have a 5 month old frenchie and shes hyper as all get out,she also bites and chews she has a room full of toys i dont want to get rid of her what do u suggest i do
Hope writes -
Puppies don’t know how to “behave” - you have to teach her!
My first suggestion is that you find a good basic obedience class in your area. The best classes and trainers are the ones who teach you how to train your puppy. A good class will give you the skills to take home and practise with your puppy several times a day, a few minutes each time.
Many dog clubs have classes that are open to the public, check the American Kennel Club listing of obedience club to see if there’s one in your area: http://www.akc.org/clubs/search/index.cfm?action=obed&display=on
Alternatively, many park districts and dog day-care facilites offer basic obedience classes.
In the meantime, start teaching your puppy to “sit and accept praise.” After a fun play session and a potty break, sit with your puppy on the floor. She should be next to you, facing the same way. Have her sit at your side. If you have to hug her to keep her still, that’s okay. Talk to her calmly and pet her, telling her she’s a good girl, and “good chill” (or whatever word you choose to use). After a few minutes, release her, saying “good job.” Stay calm, and she may just stay next to you, relaxing.
Schedule a few “chill sessions” every day, until she learns that after playtime, it’s time to relax - for both of you.
-Hope
