Dog Training
My Take on Training
When you are working with animals like Grizzlies or Tigers you can't physically force them to do anything. Trying to make a 400 KG bear sit on command just simply cannot be done by pressing on his hindquarters! You can't get a Cat with 2.5 inch Canines to stop nipping by smacking them on the nose. And if you put yourself into a situation where you are in direct physical confrontation with any of these animals, you will lose.
So, when working with an animal that has a physical advantage on you, how do you make them do what you need them to do without a fight or frustration?
Working at wildlife parks, this is the kind of question you ask yourself constantly. And this is the situation in which thinking like the animal you are working with becomes so important.
My training methods are based on positive reinforcement techniques and are completely non-violent. I take into account the physiological and psychological aspects of canines in order to devise effective and practical solutions to a variety of behavioural issues.
Some of the issues I can help with are...
1. Prevention of behavior problems. I can help you teach your dog proper housebreaking methods, as well as how to curtail chewingand prevent unruly behavior in your home.
2. Learning to listen. My program will teach you how to communicate effectively and humanely with your pet. Teaching your dog basic cues is of critical importance, particularly when it's done in a humane positive fashion.
3. Solving behavior problems. Many clients' dogs have already existing behavior challenges. I will assist with reasonable effective solutions to common behavior problems. Learn how to deal with nipping, jumping, chewing, digging, barking, housebreaking, unruly behavior, boundary training and more without having to resort to the use of intimidation to establish control.
4. Listening around distractions. Once your dog's foundation of understanding has been taught, it becomes critical for your pet to learn to listen around distractions, such as other dogs, people, small animals, and cars. Proper control around these distractions could save the life of your dog.
