Training Tips EN Part 35 Choosing your puppy

What dog you choose affects your life for the next several years. And so it is good to go into what to concentrate on when choosing the puppy.

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CHOOSING A BEHAVIOURIST

 

 

These are just some of the behaviours owners will seek help with their dog and usually they are desperate. So where do they get that help? Many surf the internet, others may respond to ads in local pet shops, some by word of mouth

 

What I am seeing more and more of is the fall out from people who purport to be very experienced, Professional Behaviour/ Training Consultants, who charge large sums of money and have actually made the dog worse.

 

Then there are others who claim they have been working with dogs for many years, decide to set up a business, and actually havent a clue when it comes to dog behaviour. They usually charge a very minimal amount, whilst trying to sell you dog food, dog toys, leads and collars, coupled with Pet Sitting, Dog Walking and a whole host of other services. This should send warning bells as they are dabbling with everything.

 

The fact of the matter is there is no actual legislation to stop anyone setting up as a Dog Trainer/Behaviourist. So anyone in reality can go out there and work with dogs maintaining they can sort it out when in reality they shouldnt be anywhere near a dog.

 

There is also an organization very well marketed, that anyone who has the money can buy a Franchise, get 6 weeks training then they are free to work with dogs.

 

All I would say to anyone if you are seeking help ask as many questions as you can:-

 

What qualifications do they have

 

What training courses have they attended

 

Can they supply references, testimonials and dont be afraid to take them up.

 

Word of mouth is by far the best way of finding a good Behaviourist/ Trainer

 

Ask your Vet

 

Question their methods of training, ie do they believe in positive methods, treats etc.,

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What are their views on training aids, choke chains, if they advocate the use of any type of choke chain, pinch collars electric collars walk away. 

 

If it doesnt feel right it probably isnt.

 

So get the best advice you can, you owe it to your dog

 

 

Till next time Px

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Choosing the Right Dog for You

Hi its fuzzy! Today I am going to give you a some quick tips on finding a perfect dog companion. Unlike most cats I get along well with dogs. This is because I grew up with a dog, Chewie. Since we tend to have a lot of time on our hands the topic has come up.
What kind of human are you?

Are you active? Do you want a jogging partner?

Active Dogs:
Irish Wolfhound, Beagle, Bloodhound, Dachshund, Barsoi, Basenji, Jack Russell Terrier, Whippet, Australian Shepherd, Dalmatian, Siberian Husky, Bearded Collie, Border Collie, Dalmatian, Siberian Husky, Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Setters, Samoyed, Weimaraner, Greyhound, Saluki

Are you a first-time dog owner:

Beginner Dogs:
Pekingese, Yorkshire Terrier, Maltese, Silky Terrier, Australian Terrier, Tibet Spaniel, Norfolk Terrier, Westie, Pug, ShiTzu, Basset, Dachshund, Scottish Terrier, Papillon, Whippet, Sheltie, Mini Pinscher, Border Terrier, Toy Poodle, Tibet Terrier, Chihuahua, Pomeranian, Cocker Spaniel, Bedlington Terrier, Mini Schnauzer, Collie, Bearded Collie, Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, Flat Coated Retriever

Do you want to spend time making your dog pretty?

Grooming Dogs:
Pekingese, Pomeranian, Bichon Frisé, American Cocker Spaniel,Poodle, Afghan, Collie, ShihTzu, Yorkshire Terrier, Old English Sheepdog, Shetland Sheepdog, Bearded Collie, Chow Chow, Sheltie, Tibetan Terrier

Got Kids?

Family Dogs:
Basset, Beagle, Bearded Collie, Belgian Sheepdog, Boxer, Dalmatian, Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, Cocker Spaniel, Old English Sheepdog, Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Pug, Saint Bernard, Poodle, Dachshund

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