The purpose of this course is to teach each student a variety of proven training techniques, for all breeds of dogs. This course will teach you how to evaluate various temperments and how to solve behavior problems. We focuses on all aspects of canine body language, and how dogs learn.
Our goal is for your pet to learn good manners through obedience.
1. Basic pet obedience * How a dog learns, the science Behind dog training. * Proper use of training equipment. * How to teach basic exercises such as sit, down , stay, heel, come back when called. * How to properly approach a strange dog.
2. Behavior Modification You will learn how to identify and solve behavior problems such as digging, jumping up, running away, chewing, house soling and much more. In addition, time will be spent on the different types and causes of aggression, including dog, dominance, fear induced and predatory aggression. We feel it is important that you are familiar with all types of behavior problems and solutions.
* Breed characteristics: Understanding breed characteristics will help you identify certain genetic and breed specific tendencies. * Clicker Training: Clicker training is widely used to shape desired behavior and how to use this operant conditioning tool effectiviely. *How to read body language: Learn what the dog's posure and gestures are telling you,and what your gestures are telling him.
3. Advanced pet Obedience * Introduction into off leash training: Learn how to maintain reliable control up close or at a distance. * The use of verble and signing comands. * Directional and scent training * Trick training.
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