Tuesday, January 13, 2015

Selecting Dog Obedience Training Colorado Springs

By Kristen Baird


A properly behaved pooch makes things much easier on the owner both at home and in public situations. The animal learns control and commands for acceptable actions that will fit most any situation. There are things to consider before selecting a place for dog obedience training Colorado Springs, CO.

The classes are not just about the dogs learning simple tricks. Like young children, pups need to be taught how to behave properly and the sooner this instruction starts, the more effective it usually is. They can gain skills such as walking cooperatively on the leash, maintaining control around new people and animals, following commands and performing specialized tasks.

Begin the search by gathering referrals from friends, co-workers, vets and groomers. Follow up with some online research to find out what the individual's qualifications are, whether they are an instructor, trainer or consultant, and if they offer personalized sessions or only group classes. Each of the teaching categories have distinct advantages and techniques that could be applicable to one's particular situation.

After research has pared down the number of potentials, observation visits should be conducted to a few different instructors in order to see how they teach. It is important to see how well they communicate with the pets and their owners. One should also make note of the teacher's techniques for issuing, enforcing and correcting each command.

Some pups may not pick up certain commands as quickly as others. Watching whether an instructor takes the time to repeat the lesson until the pooch has a basic understanding, or simply rushes on to the next for the sake of covering more material in a short amount of time, is also recommended. It is important that owners consistently reinforce and practice the lessons learned at home so that they become habit.

A key thing to remember when beginning the search is that each animal has their own personality and it is imperative that the chosen instructor understand how to deal with each unique pet style. Dealing with an aggressive canine is going to require completely different tactics than handling one who is nervous, shy and timid. Consider the pooch when making the selection between group classes and private sessions.

If the pup is outgoing, friendly, has good social skills and is relatively easy to control, group classes could actually be an advantage as they could learn by watching others. However, if the pet is strong-willed, the least bit aggressive or temperamental and is easily distracted, one might want to consider private sessions for more focused attention. The decision really should be based on which choice will best suit the animal in question.

Many pet behavioral problems can be addressed and managed through an effective conditioning program. The animals can learn things such as how to remain calm and not jump on people or other dogs, controlled barking, proper meal time manners, leash walking, obeying commands and several other things. Well behaved pups bring peace and happiness to their owners.




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