Dog Training For Beginners - What Breeds Are Known To Be Difficult To Train?

If you are taking the time to read this, you're probably a "dog person." There are four categories of dog people. First is the life-long dog person, with years of experience. They almost certainly had a dog when they were a child, and got the needed experience in being responsible for their care and training. Then there is the "I like dogs, but don't want one," person. Followed closely by the "We had a dog when I was a kid... but, I only played with it." And, lastly, the "I never had a dog, but want one now," person.

All dogs aren't created equal, especially in the training department. True, there are exceptions to every rule. None-the-less, fact is some breeds are known to be easier to train than others.

Generally, training issues are not from a lack of intelligence. Most often, the problems arise from the lack of the training experiences of the owner! What happens with several breeds are their instincts overpower their need to please their human. Often they are stubborn, strong headed and get bored easily. Some even resent being told what to do! They have been bred to rely on their instincts, such as high prey drive, independence and their senses, especially their sense of smell! It's almost guaranteed, as soon as their nose hits the ground, they don't hear a thing you are saying!

Basset Hound Harder to Train

Beagle Harder to Train

Chow-Chow Harder to Train

Bloodhound Harder to Train

Shar Peis HArder to Train

Afghan Hound Harder to Train

Shiba Inus Harder to Train

Pekingese Harder to Train

A lot of dog trainers will agree, breeds that have a reputation to be harder to train than others often include: Basset Hounds, Beagles, Blood Hounds, Chow-Chow, Shiba Inus, Shar Peis, Afghan Hounds, several terrier breeds, and the adorable little lap dog, fur balls, the Pekingese. As beautiful or cute as they may be, these dogs are not for novices, nor are they for people who are not willing to make a genuine commitment of time and energy to train.

Golden Retriever Easier to Train

Labrador Retriever Easier to Train

Poodle Easier to Train

Australian Shepherd Easier to Train

Border Collie Easier to Train

Australian Cattle Dog Easier to Train

For first-time dog owners, biddable breeds are the ones to check into. They come in all shapes and sizes. They are inherently less independent. They have been bred to connect with their human companion and to work as a team. If it's a larger dog you are looking for, there are plenty in the Sport and Herding groups that are bred to happily interact with their human companion. They include any of the Retrievers and Poodles. The dogs in the Herding group, such as Border Collies, Australian Shepherds, and Australian Cattle Dogs are easy to train because they too were bred to interact with their owner. Looking for a small dog that wants to please, and is recognized to be easy to train, do some homework. Check into the Pomeranian, Papillion, or Cairne Terrier.

Pomeranian Easier to Train

Cairne Terrier Easier to Train

Papillion Easier to Train

Bottom line: If you are a new or inexperienced dog owner, don't start with a hard to train breed. You will be doing an enormous disservice to yourself and the dog. Lack of training is a common cause why dogs are surrendered to rescues and shelters. Do your homework. Find a biddable breed that fits your family and lifestyle. Enroll in a recommended positive reinforcement, punishment-free Puppy Kindergarten or obedience class as soon as you can. You'll be glad you did!

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Independent or Dependent - Which Breed Would Be Right for You?

If you are the type of person who loves attention, needs lots of people around you and hates to be alone, an independent breed of puppy or dog probably wouldn't be your best choice. On the other hand, if you were a person who prefers private time, and doesn't appreciate demands for your attention, a clingy, velcro dog would be extremely annoying and stressful.

So, how do you know which breed is best suited for your personality? Do your homework! Research breeds that can peacefully co-exist with your character and lifestyle!

Not all dogs in a breed classified as independent are independent, and vice-verse. However, you'll be knowledgeable on which breed or mix, might be the best one for you.

Independent Breeds

An independent puppy or dog doesn't mean it's not an affectionate or a wonderful companion. It simply means they are exceptionally content with their own company, and don't need to be constantly entertained by you. Most tightly bond with their person, and are very loyal and affectionate. Yet, like you, they appreciate their alone time. In most cases, the time you share is special, and is a higher quality of time spent interacting.

West Highland Terrier

Akita

Bull Mastiff

Many dogs in the Working category fit the independent profile. Independent dogs come in all shapes and sizes. They include, West Highland Terriers, Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Akita, German Pinscher, Bull Mastiff, Shiba Inu, Chow-Chow, Neapolitan Mastiff, Akita Japanese Chin, plus many more.

Chow-Chow

Dependent Breeds

Shih Tzus

It's not just people who like to be the center of attention... all the time! There are breeds that thrive on nonstop human interaction. Some are over-the-edge loving. Others live for the sole purpose of amusing their people.

Boxer

Collie

Great Dane

Australian Shepherd

Typically, they are puppies or dogs that want to cling to you like Velcro. As ridiculous as it sounds, "out of sight, out of mind" is what they fear most! To them, there are no boundaries. They will faithfully and tirelessly follow you from room-to-room; not even drawing a line at the bathroom door.

Havanese

Maltese

If you don't mind a zillion interruptions, like being shadowed and adored, here are a few breeds you may want to consider. They include Boxers, French Bulldogs, Shih Tzus, Great Danes, Australian Shepherd, Collies, American and English Mastiffs, Maltese, Havanese, Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, plus several more.

Labrador Retriever

Bottom line: Each animal is unique!

Labrador Retriever

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Socialization is important for both types. There is no guarantee the puppies or dogs listed above fit the independent or dependent categorization, but it is a reasonable guide. To be fair to your pet and to yourself, do your homework to find the perfect one.

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