FAQs
IS MY DOG TOO YOUNG OR OLD TO TRAIN?
There’s no such thing! Dogs of any age can learn whatever you wish to teach. In fact, sometimes more mature dogs are easier to train because they have less energy! Whether you have an 8-week old puppy or a 10 year old shelter dog, the outcome of training depends on many factors, none of which include age.
DO YOU USE FOOD IN YOUR DOG TRAINING?
Yes! Food is what behavior professionals call a “primary reinforcer;” that is, it’s something that is rewarding, or pleasurable, in and of itself, because it is necessary for survival. Food is also instant gratification for your dog. It’s not by any means the only positive reinforcement tool used in dog training, but it’s often the easiest and most powerful.
WILL MY DOG NEED FOOD FOREVER, THEN?
No. Once a dog has mastered a behavior thoroughly, food is no longer necessary (but I’m sure it’s greatly appreciated!)
MY DOG DOESN’T LIKE FOOD. CAN HE STILL BE TRAINED?
Yes. Some dogs aren’t born immediately inhaling everything you put in front of their nose; that’s OK (and beneficial in some ways!) The important idea is to understand what’s making your dog tick. Contact us for more information this is not an insurmountable problem and it doesn’t mean that a dog training class won’t work it just requires thinking out of the box a little!
WHY DOES MY PUPPY PEE AS SOON AS HE COMES INDOORS AFTER BEING IN THE BACKYARD?
The key to successful house training is complete supervision. It is essential that you go outside with your puppy so you know if he is “empty or full” when he comes back in. Access around the house must be restricted until house training is complete.
CAN YOU OFFER A GUARANTEE MY DOG WILL BE TRAINED?
During your consult, your trainer will discuss your goals for dog training. There are too many factors involved in every case to be able to guarantee an outcome. These factors can not be controlled by the trainer and so to guarantee a result would be unethical. A dog’s history, socialization, genetics, and experiences plus the dog owner’s ability and willingness to comply with a training or behavior plan all play a significant role in the success of training. We will show you what your dog is capable of, however, it is integral to the success of the program that you do your part as well. Some behavior issues are complex and require more intensive training and management for the life of your dog. Behaviors such as, aggression, reactivity, resource guarding and separation anxiety take continual commitment from you..
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