If you get your Schnauzer socialized early on you are ahead of the battle. They have to be well socialized to get along with other types of dogs. Otherwise, you may have a lot on your hands at a later date.

You should get your Schnauzer house trained as soon as possible and this should be your first priority. Keep to a regular schedule and show them where and when they should go. Do not get angry with them if they make mistakes – they will make a mistake eventually! Praise them when they do get it right and give them plenty of cuddles and treats!

Also, get them trained to go on a leash as soon as you can. This will make walking more pleasant for both of you, and much less stressful. The Schnauzer dogs are all strong in physical means and mentally. The sooner you can get them used to being on a leash the better.

You should then work on the basic commands that all dogs should learn as soon as possible. Teach them to sit, lie down, heel, come, stay, down etc. All these commands are easily learned by the majority of Schnauzers if you are patient and caring. Praise them a lot when they do get it right and never scold when they do not get it right. You can never praise them enough when you are training them, and in fact, for the rest of their lives.

Some Schnauzers also excel at obedience training. They are also great dogs for shows because they are so obedient. Schnauzers are great at agility trials, formal obedience training and many dog sports. They are truly a great dog to own and to train. You will both get so much out of training and become closer for it.

It may be worth your time to take your Schnauzer to obedience training that can be found everywhere. There are many training classes available for all types of dogs, but some may cater specifically for Schnauzer dogs.

Training doesn’t have to be a headache for either of you. With constant training and praise, your Schnauzer will be a wonderful and obedient dog. Schnauzer dogs are a delight to own and to train, so get a head start and be prepared for training your Schnauzer dog.

Some dogs ease much better, into a new family life, other dogs may have many behavioral problems, as they do not fully understand what is happening to them. They may have been in the shelter for a very long time and have problems adjusting to a new life with loving people.

If you plan to adopt a Schnauzer there are a few things you will need beforehand. You will need to buy food for the new dog, bowls for food and for water, leashes, collars, and some bedding for the new dog. You can also buy toys for the dog as well to help it settle into your home quicker. You will need blankets and bedding that is easy to wash and to keep clean. Baby blankets are great for this sort of thing and old bed sheets or towels also work well.

Make sure you buy an ID tag or talk to someone about getting the dog chipped. Some of the adoption shelters and rescue shelters may give you this included into the adoption, so make sure you ask if you need to buy them or not.

When you first go to fetch your Schnauzer, make sure you remember to take a leash and a collar. The adoption shelter may provide these, but take your own to be on the safe side! If you are taking the dog home in a car, take a special car harness or a dog basket to safely transport them back to your home. This makes sure that the dog does not suffer under any stress or upset, as they may not be used to traveling in cars.

Whether you have just adopted a puppy or a fully-grown dog, you need to allow your dog chance to get to know you and your home. They may seem to regress from the training they have already received and this is quite common for a rescue dog. Do not get angry at the dog and gently show them what to do. You have to be extremely patient with a rescue dog, especially if it is fully-grown.

Never smack the dog if it does something wrong, instead, when you catch them doing something they should not be, say, “NO” in a firm voice (not shouting) and either take them outside or take whatever they have off them. They will come around soon with constant attention and love from you.

Once you bring it home from your schnauzer breeder, a good way to start a housebreaking schedule is to know when your puppy is going to eat. By feeding them at the same time every day with fresh water available to them, makes it clear to you when they will need to use the toilet.

Do not assume that your dog will know or in fact, remember where to use the toilet. Puppies generally have fairly weak bladders and will go wherever they are stood! So, after feeding, take them outside and put them somewhere safe to use the toilet. If you do this every day without fail, the puppy will soon remember and realize that they need to go outside to use the toilet. Eventually, the puppy will tell you when they need to go and it will always be after feeding time!

When you take your puppy outside to use the toilet, make sure you always go with them. Do not just put the puppy outside, go back indoors, and leave it outside. You can never be sure, if the puppy has gone to the toilet or not unless you actually see it! Puppies often become distracted by other things, so they may forget to go! The clearer you make it for your puppy as to when and where to use the toilet, the quicker they will understand what they want from you.

When you puppy does successfully go outside and use the toilet, make sure you heaps bundles of praise on them! Scolding them when they go indoors will not achieve anything, praising them when they go outdoors will achieve everything!

Housebreaking does not have to be difficult if done correctly. It is difficult if you do not keep to a regular and well-maintained schedule. If you preserver at housebreaking and be patient with the Schnauzer puppy, you will soon have the dog going where it should and not on your best rug!

You may have to take time off work to care for a new puppy. If left alone they can be extremely destructive. You never know what you are going to come home to! By showing your dog what to do every day, they will eventually pick it up all by themselves. Some dogs pick this up quicker than others, so make sure to stay patient!

Dog crates provide a place for your dog to sleep as well as a carrier for your pet while traveling. They can be made from plastic or metal. You can purchase a dog crate from a local pet store or a number of online stores. Shops such as PetCarriers.com offer a wide selection of dog crates.

Buying the correct sized crate is very important. A crate shouldn’t be too big or too small. If too big, your schnauzer could feel stressed. Obviously, if the crate is too small your dog will be cramped. A crate should be approximately 12 inches longer than length of a dog – from the tip of the nose to the end of its tail. A 30-inch crate is commonly uses for a miniature schnauzer. The crate should be just large enough for your dog to stand up and turn around in. If you do purchase a puppy, it is a good idea to purchase a crate that will be the correct size for a fully grown schnauzer. If you have questions on how big your crate should be, don’t hesitate to contact your schnauzer breeder. Even if you haven’t purchased your puppy yet, they will likely be more than happy to help make sure you purchase the right kennel.

Before loading your puppy in for its first night, place an old blanket or a couple of clean towels in the bottom to create a more comfortable bed.