It can be very stressful for both owner and dog when there are behavior issues. This only makes the situation worse and can lead to dogs getting re-homed. This is not necessary and it is pretty rare for a dog not to fit well in a household. It just appears that way because you haven't had the proper training yet! It can seem hopeless but just some proper instruction can change it completely around. You can see a big difference in a dog once the owner assumes a leadership role and the dog learns what is expected from them - the dog will relax. It becomes a huge weight lifted off the dogs shoulders because they just needed someone to take authority and show them what you want in the way they understand.
One of the biggest problems is not many humans know how to communicate properly with a dog. Did you know your dog doesn't naturally know they are supposed to go to the bathroom in the house? This is something we must teach them. When you think of it this way, does it make sense to scold them for going to the bathroom in the house? How were they supposed to know it was wrong unless they are taught. What about coming when called? Did you ever really teach your dog what it means, or did you just start saying it and using it for anytime you need your dog for something? Have you used it to give your dog a bath or for anything else they may not like? Your dog is now going to associate coming to you with a negative. I often hear that the dog knows a command but just doesn't always do it. That is not acceptable. The dog needs to fully understand it and then follow it whenever you ask. It can become a safety issue. Reliability and consistency are very important. Let me guide you on how to communicate with your dog and how to improve both of your lives.
What methods do I use? That is the big question I get from owners. With so many different trainers out there it can be hard to choose what is best for you and your dog. The answer is - it all depends on the dog. If I were to say I use only purely positive training, that would mean I am not experienced enough to change my method if something doesn't work. There is not one method that will work for every dog and even to this day I come across dogs that a technique I have used a million times may not work on. What do I do? I think outside the box and come up with another solution. There is always another method or another way to go about the issue. The dogs temperament plays a key role in what type of training that dog requires. I evaluate the dog throughout the training and then use the proper method. The approach must change based on the temperament on the dog. You can't handle a confident, headstrong husky the same way you would handle a timid chihuahua. I am familiar with all aspects of training methods out there and to properly obedience train a dog it must go according to the individual dog itself, not one type of method alone. All training is done in a safe, respectful manner to be as fair as possible to your dog.
*Keep in mind proper nutrition is crucial in proper brain function and overall well being. I make sure owners understand what it takes to have a healthy dog in mind and body.
One of the biggest problems is not many humans know how to communicate properly with a dog. Did you know your dog doesn't naturally know they are supposed to go to the bathroom in the house? This is something we must teach them. When you think of it this way, does it make sense to scold them for going to the bathroom in the house? How were they supposed to know it was wrong unless they are taught. What about coming when called? Did you ever really teach your dog what it means, or did you just start saying it and using it for anytime you need your dog for something? Have you used it to give your dog a bath or for anything else they may not like? Your dog is now going to associate coming to you with a negative. I often hear that the dog knows a command but just doesn't always do it. That is not acceptable. The dog needs to fully understand it and then follow it whenever you ask. It can become a safety issue. Reliability and consistency are very important. Let me guide you on how to communicate with your dog and how to improve both of your lives.
What methods do I use? That is the big question I get from owners. With so many different trainers out there it can be hard to choose what is best for you and your dog. The answer is - it all depends on the dog. If I were to say I use only purely positive training, that would mean I am not experienced enough to change my method if something doesn't work. There is not one method that will work for every dog and even to this day I come across dogs that a technique I have used a million times may not work on. What do I do? I think outside the box and come up with another solution. There is always another method or another way to go about the issue. The dogs temperament plays a key role in what type of training that dog requires. I evaluate the dog throughout the training and then use the proper method. The approach must change based on the temperament on the dog. You can't handle a confident, headstrong husky the same way you would handle a timid chihuahua. I am familiar with all aspects of training methods out there and to properly obedience train a dog it must go according to the individual dog itself, not one type of method alone. All training is done in a safe, respectful manner to be as fair as possible to your dog.
*Keep in mind proper nutrition is crucial in proper brain function and overall well being. I make sure owners understand what it takes to have a healthy dog in mind and body.