Dog Training Courses - Which Method is Right for You?

 

Dog Training Courses - Which Method is Right for You?

Dog training courses can mean the difference between having
a happy dog and happy life - or not. Dogs are happier,
healthier and safer when they have loving boundaries set
for them and that's what dog training courses help you
learn to set for your dog.

First let's take a look at the overall methods that dog
training courses use. If you find a method that suits you
best, you will know the type of course that will best for
you and your dog.

Types of Dog Training Courses

Reward Training: Emphasizes positive reinforcement --
instead of punishing or yelling at your dog for what you
don't want him to do, you reward your dog for doing what
you want him to do. Rewards consist of praise and petting
as well as treats. Treats are especially used in the early
learning stages of a new behavior.

Dog Whispering: Dog Whispering is more of a general
philosophy than a method. This is a more advanced method
that should taken on by dog lovers who feel very confident
in their connection with their dogs and are interested in
learning about canine behaviors, motivation and body
language.

Choke or Check Collar Training: Choke collars are collars
that slip over a dogs head onto it neck and tighten down on
the dogs neck when it pulls too hard on its leash. Choke
collars were designed for professional trainers and for
limited use - there is a health risk to your dog's neck and
trachea when using them. In general, dog training courses
that emphasize choke or check collar training are not
recommended.

Prong Collar Training: Don't even think about this method.
A prong collar has metal ends that stick into a dog's flesh
and digs into its neck when it pulls on its leash. Inhumane
period!

Head Collar Training: Very humane collar that gently
redirects a dog's attention or the way you want him to go
instead of punishing or hurting him as the two methods
directly above do. Very effective especially when used with
Reward Training.

Clicker Training: This method takes a hand-held clicker,
which oddly enough makes a "clicking" noise when squeezed.
During clicker training, a dog is reinforced in behaviors
with doggie treats paired with the clicking noise. At some
point, the treats will be eliminated and the dog will know
it has done something right simply by hearing the clicking
noise. Very effective.

Electric Collar Training: As the name implies, this type of
training involves your dog wearing a collar in which you
are able to administer an electric shock to discourage
certain behaviors. this method should only be used by
professional trainers in the most extreme circumstances. If
you are reading this blog, collar training is not for you
-- or your dog.

Ultrasonic Whistle Training: You know of the dog whistles
that you can't hear but a dog can - right? This method uses
these whistles to get your dog's attention as well as to
train him. You will need to be trained in this method first.

About the Author:

Barry Sowder owns an older rescued terrier-mix, Spencer,
and a young pure-bred Collie, Olivia. Find the best dog
training courses for you and your dog at his blog,
available at: => http://www.dogtrainingcourses-1.com/

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