Some Important Dog Training Knowledge
I was recently reading an article called “Some Important Dog Training Equipment”. The article talks about a few different dog training tools, such as muzzles, harnesses, leashes, etc. used by people to train dogs. I didn’t really think much of the article until the author made the following statement, “You will no doubt find that by using the right dog training equipment you’re sure to have success with teaching and training your beloved pet”. What bothers me about that statement is that the author is inferring that using this equipment will ensure that your dog will become well-behaved.
The huge point that is missing from the article is that all of these items are simply tools that used to help train dogs. Any one of these things by themselves, or together, do not train a dog to do anything; it is how a person uses these tools that produce the desired results with your dog. If I were to buy the most expensive pair of golf clubs available, does that mean I would be able to able to drive a ball 300 yards down the middle of a narrow fairway or compete on the PGA tour?
Even simple tools used incorrectly will not produce the results you are looking for.
- If my timing is off even a little bit, when using a clicker, I can’t effectively shape any behaviors.
- If I put a choke chain on backwards, what good is it doing my dog?
- Applying tension to a leash at the wrong times can help contribute to aggression.
- Treats can easily turn into a bribe if not used correctly.
- Improper use of a gentle leader can cause a dog neck injuries.
When someone hires a dog trainer they are not hiring them because they own “some important dog training equipment”, they are being hired for their knowledge, experience, obtainable results, and problem solving abilities. Make sure that your dog trainer knows how to use the training tools that they recommend, and can effectively share that information with you. If you live in the Austin area and would like Unleashed Unlimited Dog Training to speak to you about our training abilities, knowledge, or anything else, please feel free to contact us.
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