How to train a Basenji dog to cross obstacles. Tips for training a Basenji dog to cross obstacles.

Jul 27,2025
4Min

How to train a Basenji dog to cross obstacles? Normally, both large and small dogs have certain jumping abilities, but different dogs have different jumping abilities due to their own structural problems.

1. Training steps:

1. First adjust the height that the dog needs to cross. Because of the initial training, the jumping height must not be too high at the beginning. The starting height of the jump can even be set to a height that the dog can jump by just lifting its legs slightly. This can also bring a certain degree of confidence to the dog.

2. At the beginning, because the take-off height is relatively low, you don’t need to run far away to take off. The dog may be nervous at first, so he always wanders in front of obstacles. At this time, the owner can help the dog, and we can put the dog on a leash before training. If the dog is afraid to take off, you can lift the leash to help the dog. After the dog crosses over, encourage the dog and provide certain rewards.

3. It is best to train at the same height several times. Don’t rush to try a higher height just because you think you are almost there. It's best to reinforce that if the dog can cross that height without hesitation, that's fine. Don't be too repetitive when crossing. After all, it is relatively energy-consuming to keep crossing. Therefore, after training a few times, it is best to let the dog rest, otherwise the training effect may be affected.

4. After the dog becomes proficient, he can slowly try higher heights, but the maximum height should still be measured according to the dog's own size. After all, the gap is so exaggerated that no matter how hard you train your dog, it is impossible to bridge it.

2. Tips:

1. When training a dog to cross, it is best for the owner to stand on the other side of the obstacle. This also allows the dog to have a goal, and the dog will be rewarded in time after it crosses over.

2. As the training progresses, the height of the jump will become higher and higher, so some dogs may crawl from below. Such behavior should be stopped in time.

3. Some owners want to save trouble. After seeing their dogs cross an obstacle, instead of letting the dogs go back to the original place, they directly let them crawl under the obstacle and return to the opposite side. Such an approach is not advisable.

4. The height of the obstacle should be within your ability, and do not aim too high to avoid harm to the dog.

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