How to Train your ESTRELA MOUNTAIN DOG

Training Your Estrela Mountain Dog

The Estrela Mountain Dog is a massive, heavily coated flock guardian from Portugal. They are fiercely protective, calm, and highly independent.

Key Training Tips:

• Early Leash Manners: They will grow to be massive. You absolutely must teach them flawless loose-leash walking while they are young and manageable.
• Socialization: They are naturally suspicious of strangers and fiercely protective of their family. Massive early socialization is required to prevent fear-based aggression.

They are serious, highly protective working dogs that require vast open spaces.