Dog Training Today

There are many methods of dog training in use today ranging from highly corrective techniques to 100% positive reinforcement. All these methods can achieve a certain degree of success, however, we do not believe highly corrective techniques are humane. This yank and crank type training destroys the bond with your dog. We love our dogs and treat our clients' dogs just as we would our own.

On the opposite end of the training spectrum is 100% positive training that ignores distractions and corrections. The dog must be bribed or begged with a food or toy reward to do anything. You see this type of training in many of the large pet warehouse type retail stores that use only head halters and clickers.

Often, not always, this is poor and ineffective training. There is nothing wrong with clickers(marker training), food, toys, or many of their training techniques. But, since they ignore distractions and corrections in training, they severely limit the training possibilities with their dogs. This training can sometimes create pushy, dominant behavior in your dog and even aggression along with a few other behavioral problems.

So What works best?

Balance! The answer is finding balance between motivation and correction. A good dog trainer has the ability to read a dogs mental well being through an understanding of dog psychology, pack structure, and body language. A good dog trainer will then adjust training to maintain and promote that state of mental well being in your dog.

Our training programs are designed to help you find that balance in

the relationship with your dog.

Contact us today today to learn more!