Training Tips

They say Dachshunds don't listen. They are stubborn. They have too much hunter instinct. That they are untrainable!

We disagree!

We are not instructors and whole-heartedly recommend some structured training for you and your fur-baby
check out our recommendations below.

But in the mean time take a look at some of our tips below for inspiration and hope!

Wait Patiently

Training your dog to wait patiently for their food is so rewarding for both you and them! Importantly it teaches self restraint, and keeps all the attention on you!

  1. Make your dog static! A sit or a down work well.
  2. Give a firm wait command with your palm out.
  3. Attempt to place the food down. If your dog moves lift it out of reach.
  4. Repeat this until you can put the food on the floor without the dog moving.
  5. Let go of the food and give the command go get it.
  6. Repeat this process often, making the pause longer each time.
  7. If your dog moves before the go get it command is given remove the food and start again.
Ring for outside

Wouldn't it be nice if your dog told you when they need to go outside to use the facilities? Well now they can if you teach them to use a bell!

  1. Teach your dog its good to ring the bell! Say the word touch and point at the bell. Reward with a treat when they ring it.
  2. Keep encouraging the ringing behaviour as a rewarding experience for your dog.
  3. When your pooch rings the bell willingly without you prompting move the bell near to the door and encourage more ringing with commands and rewards.
  4. When your dog rings the bell again open the door and then reward with a treat.
  5. Once your dog is familiar with the door opening when they ring the bell begin stepping outside, waiting for your dog to follow and then rewarding.
Go to bed

Training your dog to want to go to bed can make bedtime a doddle! No more late night negotiations or deception, just peaceful dreams.

  1. Stand near your dogs bed and say go to bed. Make sure to point at the bed.
  2. Throw a treat in the bed and repeat the command go to bed.
  3. Repeat until your dog pre-empts you throwing in the treat.
  4. Say go to bed and wait for your dog to get into the bed before rewarding with a treat and praise.
  5. Stand further away from the bed and repeat.
  6. Repeat this process and gradually move further away until you can command your pooch from a reasonable distance.
  7. Use a unique high value treat your pooch will only get at bedtime. They will look forward to it every evening!

Training Recommendations

There are lots of training resources available to dog owners whether it be in the form books, bespoke websites or online videos. But nothing beats attending regular training classes!

Not only do you benefit from your instructors experience but also the experiences of your fellow classmates, as well as providing some much valued socialisation for your pooch!

Take a look at our recommended providers in Liverpool below.

Liverpool Dog Training Club

Classes. 1-2-1. Kennel Club Qualification.

Specialising in kennel club certified good citizen awards. These South Liverpool based trainers also offer 1-2-1 tuition and Bootcamp training.
Training takes place inside a church hall.
Classes are often run simultaneously so it can be loud!

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Fast Track Dog Training

Classes. Indoor. Outdoor. Practical.

Friendly, practical training which takes place inside a school hall and also in various local parks.
Ideal for promoting calm content dogs!

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Dogs Trust Merseyside

Classes. Everyday Life. Small groups. Outside.

Small classes promote a healthy, social learning environment where your pooch can be challenged but comfortable. A strong, healthy bond between owner and pooch is the aim of the game here.

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The Old Schoolhouse - Dogs Trust

Classes. Everyday Life. Small groups. Inside.

An alternative venue utilised by the Dogs Trust. Indoor setting. Small classes promote a healthy, social learning environment where your pooch can be challenged but comfortable. A strong, healthy bond between owner and pooch is the aim of the game here.

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National Dog Training Centre

Classes. 1-2-1. Problem Solving. Agility.

Offering both general public (obedience, socialisation, agility) and commerical (security, drugs, explosives) classes within enclosed farmland.
NDTC also offer bespoke 1-2-1 problem solving.

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The Pawfect Retreat

Classes. Indoor. Outdoor. 1-2-1. Agility

Experienced trainers with a focus on agility and show rallies.
Large enclosed outdoor space and custom built indoor venue.

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