Preparing for Your Cane Corso Puppy

• A crate and pens for containment when you cannot directly supervise your pup.
• 6 foot fences with secure gates to prevent escape. Cane Corsos can easily scale shorter fencing. Underground barriers may also be needed.
• Plenty of sturdy chew toys to save your belongings. Cane Corsos have very strong jaws!
• Signed up for obedience classes starting as soon as your vet allows. Socialization is critical.
• Dog proofed your home by removing shoes, trash, and other tempting items.

House Training

• Take your Cane Corso puppy outside frequently - upon waking, after playing, after meals, and every 30-60 minutes when active.
• Provide plenty of praise immediately after they go potty outside. You can even give treats.
• Limit access to the house until fully housetrained. Use baby gates, crates, leashes, and constant supervision.
• Remove accidents thoroughly using an enzymatic cleaner to prevent repeats in the same spots.
• Be patient and consistent. Most puppies won't be reliable until 6 months. Restrict access until then.
• Use a crate when you cannot supervise directly. Never use it for punishment.

Obedience Training

1. Hold a treat close to your Cane Corso's nose.
2. Move your hand up, causing their head to follow the treat and their bottom to lower.
3. As they sit, say "Sit," give the treat, and offer praise.

1. Ask your Cane Corso to "Sit."
2. Extend your palm outwards and say "Stay."
3. Take a few steps back. If they remain seated, reward with a treat.

1. Hold a treat in your hand and move it down to the ground in front of the dog, guiding them to lie down.
2. As they lay down, say "Down," and give them the treat.

1. Gently tug the leash while saying "Come."
2. Reward them with a treat and affection as they come to you.

1. Begin walking with your dog on a leash.
2. As you walk, tap your side and say "Heel."
3. Reward them when they align with your side.

1. Select a 'Place': Start with a clearly defined area like a dog bed or a mat.
2. Lead with a Treat: With a treat in hand, lead your dog to the designated spot.
3. Issue the Command: As your dog steps onto the spot, say "Place."
4. Reward: Once they're on the spot, have them sit or lie down and then give the treat.
5. Add Duration: Gradually increase the time they stay in their place before rewarding.
6. Release: Use a command like "Free" or "Release" to let your dog know they can leave the spot.

1. Hold a Treat: In a closed hand, hold a treat and present it to your dog without letting them take it.
2. Say "Leave It": When your dog tries to get the treat, firmly say "Leave it."
3. Wait and Reward: Once your dog stops trying and pulls away, reward them with a different treat from your other hand.
4. Progress: Move to dropping treats on the floor, using the "Leave it" command, and rewarding them for resisting.

1. Get Attention: Have your dog sit and focus on you with a treat in your hand.
2. Present Your Hand: Extend your hand towards your dog's paw.
3. Command: Say "Paw" or "Shake."
4. Reward: When they place their paw in your hand, immediately reward and offer praise.
5. Repeat: Continue this process until your dog offers their paw consistently.

1. Start in 'Down' Position: Have your Cane Corso start by lying down.
2. Hold a Treat: Lead your dog's nose to the side with a treat, encouraging them to lie on their side.
3. Lead the Roll: Continuing to hold the treat, lead your dog's nose around so they naturally roll over.
4. Issue the Command: As your dog begins to roll, say "Roll Over."
5. Reward: Once they complete the roll, give them the treat and praise.
6. Practice: Repeat this trick, rewarding and praising each time, until they can do it without the treat's guidance.

The sky's the limit! Cane Corsos are intelligent and can learn a plethora of commands and tricks when taught patiently.

• Refresh obedience training periodically. Attend refresher courses or practice at home. Their training should be lifelong.
• Continue socialization. Don't become complacent - make sure your Corso frequently encounters new stimuli and people in a positive way.
• Provide interactive toys and food puzzles. Rotate novel toys to prevent boredom. Hide and seek games are great mental exercise.
• Sign up for a dog sport like nosework or agility. This gives them an athletic job to do while bonding with you.
• Reinforce rules and boundaries consistently. Cane Corsos thrive when family members are on the same page about expectations.
• Spend quality time together! Cane Corsos are all about bonding with their family.

Common Problems and Troubleshooting

• Ensure you're using high-value treats.
• Make training sessions short and fun.
• Avoid getting frustrated; this can make your dog anxious.

• Early and continuous socialization is essential.
• Introduce new people in a calm manner, rewarding your dog for calm behavior.

• Use a front-clip harness to deter pulling.
• Stop walking if they pull, and only proceed when the leash is slack.

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