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Originally Posted by Boulder I was wondering if any of you guys can share your overall personal experience with your rottweiler's behaviour, etc... when my friend found out i got a rottie, she've gone balistic and went on with "not so sweet dream story"... my Boulder is a purebred male and she said its even more "fierce". I'm seeing a personal trainer tommrow so Boulder and I can get a headstart with basics, i've been reading a lot of stuff here in the forum which are quite an information and books too. Your personal experiences are much appreciated. |
If you take your responsibility as the owner of a large dog seriously, then you don't need to worry what others think.
Just make sure this trainer is using positive motivation for your young pup. Hopefully, your new boy has a lot of toy and/or food drive, this makes training a snap. Training should be fun for you and the pup - as this will keep both of you motivated to continue on with this very important aspect of dog ownership.
Don't worry too much about having perfect obedience at this age - worry more about teaching your pup the ropes of living with you. House rules, socialization, housetraining, crate training, confidence building, and basic manners. Pups should be allowed to be puppies, as well. Learn to redirect improper behavior and turn it into proper behavior. (acceptable chew items; your ankle is not one of them, etc...)
Good luck.