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Top 5 Dog Breeds That Are Easy to Train

December 16, 2016 By Deanna 3 Comments

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Looking for the top 5 dog breeds that are easy to train? While all dogs are different, some are very skilled at forming an association between a prompt, an action and a consequence in a rather quick manner. Dogs that are harder to train require more time, more patience and more repetition during the training process. These five breeds have the best reputation for taking to training fairly fast. Check them out, along with some training videos for each breed.

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Top 5 Dogs Breeds That Are Easy to Train

Labrador Retriever

The Labrador Retriever originates from the United States and Canada. It is a popular dog breed chosen for a family pet because they are intelligent, playful and gentle. These dogs are often used as search and rescue dogs as well as service dogs and hunting dogs. Labrador Retrievers learn rather quickly and love to learn an array of dog sports like Frisbee and fetch, making them one of the top 5 dog breeds that are easy to train.

German Shepherd

The German Shepherd originates from Germany. These dogs are often used as military dogs and law enforcement dogs because they are intelligent, obedient and versatile. They are also alert, confident, courageous, loyal and watchful. German Shepherds are quick learners but don’t respond well to harsh training methods. When training these dogs, it should be done with respect, consistency, firmness and reward.

Yorkshire Terrier

The Yorkshire Terrier originates from the United Kingdom. These dogs are small in size but make up for that in personality. They are known to be sensitive, affectionate, social and spunky. Overall, Yorkshire Terriers are easy to train with the exception of housetraining, this may require a little extra time and patience. It is important to start training them when they are young and they do require consistent training methods.

Poodle

The Poodle originates from Germany and France. These dogs are often used as show dogs because they are clever, proud and elegant. Poodles are ideal for first-time dog owners and adapt well to apartment living. These dogs are known to be affectionate, child-friendly, intelligent and instinctual. They are very enjoyable to train, listen well to commands and require minimal repetitions.

Golden Retriever

The Golden Retriever originates from the United Kingdom. These dogs are often used as assistance and therapy dogs because they are friendly, intelligent and tolerant. Also, they are often used as hunting, sniffing and tracking dogs. Golden Retrievers are reliable, trustworthy, confident, sensitive and affectionate. They are easy to train but do not respond well to harsh treatment or excessive strictness.

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