Dog Obedience Training

where can i find information about becoming a dog trainer for basic obedience and for service/handicap dogs?

I have really wanted to do this for a long time and now i need some resources to get started. any help would be wonderful. I live in the foothill area of NC if that help narrow down answeres.

In order to be good trainer you need to work with one with at least 10 years of experience as a form of apprentiship. While courses and the like can help, nothing can prepare you for the real world with the experience of someone who has worked in the field for years.

There is an Assistance Dog Institute that you can attend to get a degree in training service dogs, but even then most programs will still require some form of apprentiship. The best thing to do would be to contact local dog training schools and talk to them. If you do not have experience of training pet dogs up to competiton obedience level then their is very little chance that you would be able to train to a service dog.

http://www.assistancedog.org/

Has anyone had any success with a dog trainer or dog obedience classed in Denver?

Please don’t suggest a Petsmart or Petco type traning class. Thanks for your help!

I am all for positive reinforcement training. I agree with you on the Petsmart and Petco thing. This group looks like a something to check out. They have the qualifications and philosophy I look for.

http://www.wagandtrain.com/index.html

Has anyone tried the Penn Foster Dog Obedience/Trainer Program?

I am thinking about doing the Penn Foster Dog obedience school training. has anyone ever done it? if so, how did you like it? Was it worth it? Were you able to find work after you graduated?

Hi ,
Well i found this really helpful guide ,its a really professional training called sit stay fetch , it teaches you how to train your dog by yourself , check it out at http://www.dogobediencetraining.co.nr , its a easy step by step videos and book Hope this helps you with your dog
Good luck

When Teaching Your Dog Obedience, Positive Reinforcement is a Must

Teaching dog obedience becomes a lot simpler when you understand how important positive reinforcement is. It really is the cornerstone of any kind of dog training course. But it’s also important that the dog trainer has a lot of patience, because some dogs pick it up faster than others.

If your dog doesn’t pick it up quickly, try not to get upset at him. He’s not doing it on purpose, just to spite you. He really is trying his best.

First off, understand that dogs tend to learn by association. So in the dog’s mind, if he did something and got a treat for it, he realizes that he’s done a good thing. So it’s important that the instant your dog does something that you want him to do, whether it be to sit, “gimme your paw”, or comes to you, reward him instantly with a treat. The more times this happens to the dog, the more times he’ll recognize the pattern.

You also want to keep the sessions short but try to do a few sessions a day, if you can. Also, if its possible, try to do the sessions in different environments, whether it be at home, in your yard, or when you are taking him out for a walk. But when the sessions are active, try to keep distractions away from the dog. You want to make sure you have his undivided attention.

The rewards can also come when the dog does something partially right. Eventually, he’ll realize what he’s not doing, and correct it.

Tom Womack
http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/when-teaching-your-dog-obedience-positive-reinforcement-is-a-must-736290.html

When Teaching Your Dog Obedience, Positive Reinforcement is a Must

Teaching dog obedience becomes a lot simpler when you understand how important positive reinforcement is. It really is the cornerstone of any kind of dog training course. But it’s also important that the dog trainer has a lot of patience, because some dogs pick it up faster than others.

If your dog doesn’t pick it up quickly, try not to get upset at him. He’s not doing it on purpose, just to spite you. He really is trying his best.

First off, understand that dogs tend to learn by association. So in the dog’s mind, if he did something and got a treat for it, he realizes that he’s done a good thing. So it’s important that the instant your dog does something that you want him to do, whether it be to sit, “gimme your paw”, or comes to you, reward him instantly with a treat. The more times this happens to the dog, the more times he’ll recognize the pattern.

You also want to keep the sessions short but try to do a few sessions a day, if you can. Also, if its possible, try to do the sessions in different environments, whether it be at home, in your yard, or when you are taking him out for a walk. But when the sessions are active, try to keep distractions away from the dog. You want to make sure you have his undivided attention.

The rewards can also come when the dog does something partially right. Eventually, he’ll realize what he’s not doing, and correct it.

Tom Womack
http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/when-teaching-your-dog-obedience-positive-reinforcement-is-a-must-736290.html

Does anyone know a good dog trainer/obedience class near Phoenix, AZ?

We just got an almost 2 month old husky/samoyed mix, and we need to get him obedience/house trained. I read that you can expect to pay $800-$1600 for a good trainer. Does anyone know of anywhere cheaper, like A LOT cheaper, than that that’s still decent? Because there is no way we can afford to pay that. It’s more than our rent..

Try "Sit Happens" in Chandler. Harvey lost his wife a while back, so I’m not sure if he’s training full time again or not. Great guy though. He can do a good job for you.

Does anyone know of a great Dog Obedience School/Trainer in the San Fernando Valley (CA), Van Nuys Area?

Looking for something affordable, yet good.

Try Bark Busters. I believe the site is Barkbusters.com
Its a dog training franchise that is nation wide. I used them for several dogs, and always had great success

Tips For Finding A Great Dog Trainer

Everyone loves their dogs, but dog ownership brings with it many responsibilities. Foremost among these responsibilities is ensuring that your pet is not a danger to people or other pets and animals. Other responsibilities include proper care and obedience training.

Over millions of years dogs have developed the instinct for a hierarchical social order in which each member has a certain rank. A dog will challenge those dogs higher in the social order to secure his position. While such a social order is fine for dogs and wolves in the wild, such behavior is not acceptable in the human social order. Training your dog is the key to having a happy, pleasant, and obedient canine companion.

However, finding a trainer that can teach obedience properly can be a challenge. Here are some tips to help you find the best trainer for your dog and you!

1. Just as you wouldn’t put your child in a school you knew nothing about, you shouldn’t simply hand your dog over to someone who claims to be a dog trainer. There’s no licensing required for dog trainers, so anyone can claim to be one. Get references. Talk to friends who have used the trainer. Observe dogs that have been trained by this trainer.

2. Ask to attend a training session (without your dog) to observe how the trainer works with a dog. Class size should be small for individual attention. Are dogs separated by age? Puppies have different training needs from adult dogs. Does the trainer require proof of up-to-date vaccinations? Are the animals and their owners having a good time?

3. Is the trainer certified through the Certification Council for Pet Dog Trainers (CCPDT) or some other recognized certifying authority?

4. The trainer should use positive reinforcement to encourage correct behavior, not punishment for bad behavior.

5. Avoid trainers who insist that you use a choke chain during training.

6. There is some debate about whether or not food should be used as positive reinforcement during training. While many dogs have been successfully trained using food as reinforcement, the detractors claim that once food is withheld, the dog may not obey or may become aggressive. In your dog trainer research, you will need to examine both approaches, and determine which is best for you and your dog.

7. Make sure you know exactly what the trainer is going to do with your dog before the class. Don’t be afraid to question – or even stop – the training if you are not comfortable about what the trainer is doing.

8. Avoid a trainer who advertises a guarantee.

9. Your training class should allow all members of your family to participate in the training. Keep in mind that you are being trained to communicate with the dog, so the dog needs to learn to respond to and socialize with each member of the family.

10. Finally, if you believe your dog – or any dog – has been mistreated, document the situation and get names of witnesses. Report the incident to your Animal Control office or the Humane Society.

While a good dog trainer may be expensive, getting a good one the first time around is much less expensive than paying to correct the damage done by an incompetent trainer, not to mention the additional stress on your pet.

Janet Winter
http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/tips-for-finding-a-great-dog-trainer-65382.html

Dog Obedience trainers. Looking to volunteer my time to learn the field?

I have just recently completed a course at Penn foster for dog obedience trainer and am looking for a facility to continue my learning with hands on. I have been having a terrible time trying to find some where to volunteer. Any suggestions/assistance would be greatly appreciated.

Check with your local animal shelter. I’m sure they’d REALLY appreciate the help with some of their dogs.

How do you say/spell dog obedience trainer in German?

a dog obedience trainer can be translated with "Trainer fuer Hunde" or even better "Hundetrainer". It’s not common to use the German word "Lehrer" in this context; so "Hundelehrer" wouldn’t be wrong but rarely be used …