Which Type of Dog Training is Best for You?

Obedience Training doesn’t have to be a difficult task. In fact it can and should be a lot of fun for you and your furry friend. Learning and applying the latest dog training principles, you and your dog will be welcomed anywhere. You have many training options as you begin your journey for a rewarding and lasting friendship.  The key is to find a program or style of training that is best for you.

• Join a dog obedience/behavior training class.
• Enlist a professional dog trainer to come to your home for private training.
• You can even self train and do all of the training on your own.

Dog training classes are usually held in a group setting. This can be a great way to get your puppy socialized, but may not be the best choice for an adult dog that has issues with other dogs.

Private training will be more expensive than group training; however it allows more one on one time. This allows you and your dog to expedite your training and learn more in a shorter period of time. Your dog will also benefit from less distraction, familiar surroundings, in a low stress environment. There’s no place like home for your dog to do his or her best.

Self training is very rewarding, and allows you to work with your dog on specific behaviors that you feel to be important. You may want to work mainly on having your dog heel when walking on a leash or harness, curb aggressive behavior or not to jump on your guests. Training on your own gives you the flexibility to work on what is best for your family. With loving patience and the help of a few training manuals you and your canine will be well on the way to a beautiful friendship.

Types of Classes you can take with your dog are limitless.  There are agility classes, clicker training, basic obedience, advanced competition, flyball, dancing, and even doga (yoga with your dog). If you have an interest in any activity, you can bet there is a class out there for you and your companion.