But
does positive dog training really work, and what is the best way to go about it?
You help me to make the leap from what I read about positive dog training to actually
doing positive dog training.
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There are almost as many methods of
training as there are trainers, but over time the basic strategy has shifted away from punishment or avoidance
training (negative reinforcement) to
positive reinforcement, where the
dog is rewarded for
doing the correct thing during most phases of
training rather than being punished for not
doing what the trainer wants.
The guide is based on understanding the
dog's mind, so all the
training is
done in a
positive and friendly way.
In the
positive training world, the best way to stop a
dog from
doing a behavior you don't like is to pick a behavior you
do like that is incompatible with the undesired behavior.
I dedicate myself to educating owners so that they know what animal behaviorists and truly
dog friendly trainers have known for years:
Positive doesn't mean permissive and Kind, Consistent and Purposeful
training goes a long way.
Positive dog training coaches a
dog to
do the things you want using rewards, praises, hugs, food etc as motivators.
I took him to puppy school and then obedience classes and have only ever used
positive reinforcement
training with him - I don't agree with aversive
training methods and have seen
dogs become very aggressive because of it.
For
training, you can start some basic stuff, her mind is actually quite well developed, she just doesn't have the attention span of an older
dog, so keep it short and lots of
positive reinforcement!
Why the Leash Walk Matters — p 18 The Prescription to Good Health — p 17 Don't be a Prisoner of Winter — p 16 Keep Fit for Canines — p 18 Harness the Power of Your
Dog — p 36 The Power of
Positive Training — p 36
I talk to just as many
positive dog trainers complaining about having to retrain
dogs that have not been effectively
trained using traditional methods, as I
do to traditional trainers complaining about
dogs that have not been
trained effectively using modern /
positive methods.
Therefore, I will only sell Wynnie's puppies to families that plan on raising their new puppy inside their home and as part of their family, plan on
doing a
dog sport or therapy work with their puppy and will sign a contract stating that Wynnie's puppy will be
trained with force free /
positive training methods.
Hello Meira, I am writing in because I have noticed that you talk a lot about
positive reinforcement in
dog training, and I get the impression that you don't believe in prong or choke collars.
As with all
training, pup and
dog training should be
positive with gentle approaches that
do not include harsh punishment.
Remember, though, that obedience
training does not solve a behavior problem but rather it is one tool (of many used) to help get your
dog to listen to you, for you to learn how to interact with your pet is a
positive manner, and an opportunity for your pet to be exposed to strangers and strange
dogs in a controlled environment.
While I
do believe in
positive reinforcement
training, I believe more in
positive words and gestures towards my
dog than dishing out treats.
Do positive - reinforcement
training with your
dog (or your cat!)
Our theme for this month is what
do you
do when your
dog won't listen but any
positive reinforcement
training posts or comments are also always welcome.
Scientific studies have proven that punishment fails in
dog training, and here are just a few of the reasons why: The use of punishment is
training your
dog what NOT to
do, while using
positive reinforcement
trains the
dog... Read More
When we are «
training»
dogs to have
positive emotional associations, we are not
training them to
do anything.
She
did not take well to corrections and introduced me to the world of clicker
training and
positive reinforcement and I will always be indebted to her for that: as will every
dog I
train.
Positive reinforcement
dog training teaches your
dog what behaviors you desire (as well as those you don't) in a humane manner.
In conclusion, there doesn't seem to be any good study that would clearly compare the use of
dog training collars alongside the use of
positive reinforcement and punishment
dog training methodology.
Funny thing: even though these famous animal trainers admit that they can't and won't work with many species of marine mammals or certain individuals of their preferred species, this
DOES NOT mean their disciples (all positive trainers) will tell you, while taking your money, that all positive reinforcement in training doesn't always succeed with all types of dogs or other anim
DOES NOT mean their disciples (all
positive trainers) will tell you, while taking your money, that all
positive reinforcement in
training doesn't always succeed with all types of
dogs or other animals.
Clicker
Training is a type of positive reinforcement dog training that uses sound (a click) to instantly tell a dog when he / she does somethin
Training is a type of
positive reinforcement
dog training that uses sound (a click) to instantly tell a dog when he / she does somethin
training that uses sound (a click) to instantly tell a
dog when he / she
does something right.
Fern
does focus on
positive reinforcement
training and feels it is the best way to interact and get the best results from the
dog.
A common complaint about
positive reinforcement - based
training is when a
dog doesn't respond to food lures.
I
do this by using
Positive Reinforcement, non-aversive
training techniques, teaching you and your
dog a better way.
By putting the basics in place with
positive reinforcement
dog training, you can help your
dog behave well and be happy to
do so.
He also believes that obedience
training doesn't fix everything, and feels that an «all
positive» approach to behavior modification is not justified for many
dogs, especially those that are dangerously aggressive or on the verge of being put to death for behavioral problems.
Some
dogs can even be scared of the clicking noise — if you don't find any clickers that suit them you shouldn't force clicker
training and instead practice other
positive training techniques.
As with most
dogs,
positive training techniques are most effective, so use praise and treats as rewards for a job well
done.
In 1984, Karen Pryor's book «Don't Shoot the
Dog» skyrocketed in popularity grabbing the attention of many dog trainers drawn to the world of positive reinforcement and clicker traini
Dog» skyrocketed in popularity grabbing the attention of many
dog trainers drawn to the world of positive reinforcement and clicker traini
dog trainers drawn to the world of
positive reinforcement and clicker
training.
Combine these concepts with the awareness that
dogs are not wolves trying to dominate us to achieve «top
dog» status, and therefore
do not need to be controlled using dominance - based punishment techniques, and you have the recipe for
positive training.
I thought I
did everything right, with proper bonding, socialization, and early
training, all
positive reinforcement, after all I had show,
trained and titled my own
dogs before.
As with all
dogs, Havanese
do best with
positive reinforcement
dog training methods.
To
train your companion properly, your best option is to take him to obedience class, preferably one using
positive training methods rather than scruff, roll and intimidate.If you don't have time for class, or there isn't one in your area, you can use the techniques below to help your
dog learn to come.Recall
training involves time, patience, and a pocket full of high value treats.Before you begin, your
dog should know how to «sit» and «stay».
Heartworm
positive dogs, animals with traumatic injuries, and companions in need of some
training or behavioral correction are all cases that municipal shelters generally
do not have the time or resources to place.
It takes
positive reinforcement
training to a new level by using the click - sound at the exact moment a
dog is
doing something right, so that the
dog knows exactly the behavior you want to see.
Her
positive training methods, and
positive attitude, have allowed me to understand what I am
doing when I am
training my
dog, and have made
training fun for both people and puppy.
We love helping NYC
dogs and owners, and we are working hard to
do more: to provide access to practical,
positive training & behavior resources to every owner and
dog across the country and around the world.
Past topics include: Making environmental cues work for you Puppy socialization Addressing unwanted behaviors Separation anxiety Integrating a new
dog with other pets «Disobedience» Pulling towards other
dogs Fearful
dogs Capitalizing on informal behaviors
Training your dog with affection Multipurpose cues Creating reliable cues Importance of fundamentals When «sit» doesn't happen Crate training your dog How to split a sit The problem with «ignoring» Training with the Grain Positive reinforcement: turning the world into a treat Learning what predicts what It depends: Why dog training «tips» often fail Teach your dog to wait at doors Teaching When, Where, and Why Redirect or
Training your
dog with affection Multipurpose cues Creating reliable cues Importance of fundamentals When «sit» doesn't happen Crate
training your dog How to split a sit The problem with «ignoring» Training with the Grain Positive reinforcement: turning the world into a treat Learning what predicts what It depends: Why dog training «tips» often fail Teach your dog to wait at doors Teaching When, Where, and Why Redirect or
training your
dog How to split a sit The problem with «ignoring»
Training with the Grain Positive reinforcement: turning the world into a treat Learning what predicts what It depends: Why dog training «tips» often fail Teach your dog to wait at doors Teaching When, Where, and Why Redirect or
Training with the Grain
Positive reinforcement: turning the world into a treat Learning what predicts what It depends: Why
dog training «tips» often fail Teach your dog to wait at doors Teaching When, Where, and Why Redirect or
training «tips» often fail Teach your
dog to wait at doors Teaching When, Where, and Why Redirect or Preempt?
Positive reinforcement
dog training is a type of
training that involves using things your
dog likes or wants to reinforce the behaviors he
does that you would like to see repeated.
Using reward - based
training approach is a good choice because the
dog has nature to
do positive things and follow the orders in exchange for a reward.
Positive reinforcement
training uses praise and / or treats to reward your
dog for
doing something you want him to
do.
The important thing to be aware of is that you
do your part in making house
training as much a
positive experience as possible for you and your
dog.
Often referred to as
Positive Reinforcement
training, our
training focuses on teaching and reinforcing desirable behaviors so your
dog can be asked to
do the things you want him to
do.
I heard at a supposedly good shelter in my area
training a volunteer and a the trainer was telling the person never bring up any negative issues that a
dog or cat has (only bring up any
positives or say you don't know when asked a pointed question; e.g. aggression, etc)
The kind of
dog for whom standard
training methods whether
positive or punishment - based don't seem to work.