Training Methods:
Unfortunately the dog training industry is unregulated, so despite the fact that the science shows that using positive, force-free methods are the best approach when training your pet, there are still many questionable training methods commonly being practiced on dogs. This can lead to fairly significant damage to the emotional wellbeing of our companion animals. Asserting dominance, using rice shakers, using check/choke chains, prong collars, citronella, vibration or shock collars or anything aversive is never recommended by modern, fully qualified dog trainers. Unfortunately there are still a number of trainers locally that recommend these methods without understanding that they will increase the likelihood of aggression and lead to a heightened state of arousal that is ultimately detrimental to learning. If you would like to read the official position statement from the Pet Professional Guild on training methods, you can read more here.
Recommended Trainers in Canberra:
Unfortunately the dog training industry is unregulated, so despite the fact that the science shows that using positive, force-free methods are the best approach when training your pet, there are still many questionable training methods commonly being practiced on dogs. This can lead to fairly significant damage to the emotional wellbeing of our companion animals. Asserting dominance, using rice shakers, using check/choke chains, prong collars, citronella, vibration or shock collars or anything aversive is never recommended by modern, fully qualified dog trainers. Unfortunately there are still a number of trainers locally that recommend these methods without understanding that they will increase the likelihood of aggression and lead to a heightened state of arousal that is ultimately detrimental to learning. If you would like to read the official position statement from the Pet Professional Guild on training methods, you can read more here.
Recommended Trainers in Canberra:
- Tori from Canine Communication
- Lyndal from Puppykins
- Jane from Canine Behaviour Academy
- Jess from ABC Dog
- Izabela from Wooft
- Shari from All Dogs Behaviour & Training
- Gel from Gel Dog Training
- Jess from The Mindful Canine
- Luke from On Your Mark Training Services