11/3/2017 0 Comments Methods of Dog Training That WorkGetting a new dog can be an exciting experience. For some people, it is like a hole in their heart has been filled. However, training can sometimes get frustrating, especially if you have a puppy, and even more so if you do not have prior training experience. Getting a San Diego dog training professional to help guide you through successful training techniques can not only help with the basics, but also with interesting tricks. However, not all methods of dog training actually work, so it is important to know the difference before you start.
One common method of dog training that is incorrect is the “positive only” training. In this training, owners are basically bribing the dog to do what they want. The dog is rewarded for doing the correct behavior, but they are not corrected if they do the wrong behavior or fail to do anything at all. This method commonly causes more harm than good, because the dog will not do the behavior in the future without knowing that they will be getting a reward. A method that is becoming more common – and works better for everyone involved – is respect training. With this training, there are positive and negative reinforcements for behavior. Not only does this method teach dogs what we want them to do, but it also teaches them what we do not want to do by having a negative reaction to a bad behavior. These negative consequences can be as simple as a corrective word, your body language or the leash. This does not involve abusive behavior such as hitting or kicking. With this method, a dog doesn’t only do what you ask if he gets a treat out of it, but rather when he doesn’t want to be corrected. Finding a San Diego dog training professional can help you learn the basics of respect training for your dog.
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