With so many dog trainers out there, it can be
hard trying to choose the best one for your dog. Trying to
determine which dog trainer is the best qualified to train
your dog can be a difficult task.
The American Dog Trainers Network
recommends the following criteria for choosing a dog trainer
for your dog:
Reputation: Recommendations from your vet,
other reputable trainers, friends that have had their dogs
trained, etc. can help a lot in deciding which trainer to go
with.
Experience: You should look into each
potential trainer's background before deciding on your dog's
trainer. Years of experience and areas of expertise are just a
couple of things to look for. A good, professional dog trainer
won't hesitate to answer your questions, so be prepared to ask
a lot of them. After all, your dog is part of your family.
Training methodology: Reputable dog
trainers care about every dog's welfare. They will know that
harsh or abusive handling methods are counter-productive and
not good for the dog in general.
Love for dogs: The best dog trainers have
a general love for dogs, or they wouldn't and shouldn't be
involved in that line of work. You'll know a great trainer by
his or her joy of living and working with dogs.
Extensive behavioral knowledge: Dedicated
trainers keep up-to-date on all of the latest training methods
by attending dog training and animal behavioral courses,
conferences, seminars, workshops, etc. whenever possible. Make
sure you inquire about any recent educational courses that the
trainer has attended.
Teaching and communication skills: Dog
trainers that have good teaching and communication skills make
the learning process easier, quicker and more enjoyable for
the dogs.
Affiliation with reputable organizations:
You can always tell a good dog trainer by the organizations,
associations and clubs that he or she is affiliated with.
Ethics or profit?: You should find out
what motivates a potential dog trainer. Is he or she in it
strictly for the money, or for their love of dogs?
Unless a dog trainer comes recommended by one or more
reputable source, it really is a case of buyer beware. Anyone
can call themselves a dog trainer. Do your homework when
choosing a dog trainer for your dog. Your dog is part of your
family, so you should put as much effort into choosing a
trainer as you would in choosing your dentist. The wrong kind
of training could damage your dog for life.
Chris Geldof is a dog lover and owns a dog-related website.
www.easy-dog-training-tips.com
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