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It’s an old wives tale that an owner must wait until their new puppy is six months before beginning training. Training of a new pup should begin as soon as you bring home your new pet. This is especially true with Mastiff dogs. Well trained dogs are a pleasure to be around.

House Training

Believe it or not, Mastiffs are quite easy to house train because they are smart, observant, and they are eager to please their owner. You must be consistent with your house training. If you have a routine it is much easier for Mastiffs to learn. Many Mastiff dog owners find this to quite successful. You can prevent accidents around the house by putting your Mastiff dog in his crate when you cannot supervise.

Leash Training

Always use a leash when walking your Mastiff. It needs to be the first command of leash training because it won’t be long and your puppy will weigh as much if not more than you.

As you practice leash training by taking short walks each day, allow your Mastiff to explore its limits as to what is and is not allowed. Always praise your puppy when he walks nicely without pulling.

Training to Ride in the Car

Wouldn’t it be nice to have a dog that will ride nicely in the car? Mastiffs generally enjoy riding in a car and will usually sit quietly and look out the window. Like most other training, this behavior is best learned at an early age. Short trips in the car might be helpful in training your Mastiff dog to ride well in the car. Train you dog to wait until you give the command to jump in or out of the car. And never, never leave you Mastiff dog alone on the car. You also risk damage done to your car because your Mastiff gets bored. Mastiff dogs learn best when their owners or trainers are consistent, patient, loving, and willing to praise. Mastiffs are known for their loyalty. A well loved and trained Mastiff will be your best friend for life.