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Can't afford a professional dog trainer?
My dogs are an important part of my family, and I want to have the best possible relationship with them. I believe in rescuing adult dogs as opposed to puppies, so they have a chance for a happy life too. I currently have 3 dogs - all unique and adorable - and all had some unwanted behavior when I first got them. I really enjoy learning, so I went on a search for the best DIY guides to train my dogs. What I found is that there is more than one way to skin a cat, er, I mean dog! I'll show you a few of the best methods I found...
3 Things To Know About Dog Training
1. You CAN teach an old dog new tricks...and dogs love to learn!
2. Using positive reinforcement during training makes all the difference.
3. Dogs love to have a purpose and are easy to train...but it all comes down to the dog owner to make this happen.
Which DIY Guide Is Best to Train Your Dog?
Well, this all depends on your own learning style....
In order to be a good teacher, you first need to learn the information well. Since we all learn things differently, you need to find the way that best fits you. Some of the ways we learn are:
Visually : Reading text &/or watching a demonstration
Acoustically : Listening to an instructor
Kinetically : Performing the action while learning
Combo : Mix & match of the above methods
My personal style is a combination of watching a demonstration and then performing the action myself. So what's your style?
The Best Guide For Each Learning Style
Most DIY Dog Training Guides out there come in the e-book format only. Having a reference guide is a must. But if you're like me, and you need to see what the guide is explaining, text alone won't cut it. I've found that a number of guides offer video instruction as well, and this is oh so helpful. Some guides offer audio along with their text manuals, so you can listen to it on MP3 anywhere...like at the park practicing with Mr. Jingles.
∴ I'd recommend "Instant Dog Training Videos" for people who learn by watching demonstrations.
∴ For people who learn better acoustically, my favorite guide is "Secrets to Dog Training".
∴Another course to check out that includes audio is the "Easy DIY Dog Training" guide.
∴And if your interested in Clicker Training your dog, "Canis Clickertraining" is a great way to go. This course also includes video training along with the e-book.
∴If you learn kinetically, then you have the option of any DIY guide. Since you will be practicing what your learn with your dog, thus reinforcing the knowledge!
To see a full review on all of these guides, visit The-True-Reivew.info.
Reader Feedback
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- alteredkat alteredkat Feb 11, 2009 @ 4:16 pm
- We are currently petless :o( but what a great 5* lens for when I need to retrain in the future! :o)...thanks for popping into my steampunk lens...your comments are always appreciated!
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- KristyN KristyN Feb 11, 2009 @ 3:13 pm
- I love the fact that you're an advocate for adopting/rescuing dogs! That's so wonderful! Great lens!
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- TheWhistler TheWhistler Feb 11, 2009 @ 1:44 pm
- Good lens, Thanks.
A Few Good Dog Lenses
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6 Ways to Combat Your Dog's Separation Anxiety
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Separation anxiety in dogs is one of the most challenging behaviors to change. Owner's can actually make things worse by indulging the dog with attention at the wrong time. One of my dogs, Jaz, was a rescue dog, and has been in multiple homes. It was...
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How to Eliminate Your Dog's Aggression
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Dogs are instinctively aggressive animals. This was once a vital resource when they were in the wild, since they hunted and had to defend themselves. Even though this trait has been minimized through breeding, it can still be present in any dog. Howe...
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How to Train a Hyperactive Puppy
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Does your puppy go crazy when a visitor comes to your house? Do they bark, nip and piddle on the floor out of sheer excitement? The lens will discuss how you can train your puppy to remain calm when they encounter visitors to your house. Click HERE...
TED Video
Ian Dunbar: Dog-friendly dog training
http://www.ted.com Speaking at the 2007 EG conference, trainer Ian Dunbar asks us to see the world through the eyes of our beloved dogs. By knowing our pets' perspective, we can build their love and trust. It's a message that resonates well beyond the animal world.
curated content from YouTube
Animal Rescue Shelters
- Smiley Dog Rescue ... Open Your Heart to an Animal in Need
- In the San Francisco Bay Area
- Blue Dog Rescue
- Blue Dog Rescue is an Austin, Texas area foster organization rescuing dogs from
our local shelters and adopting them into new homes. - Noah's Bark Pet Rescue
- An all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit local pet rescue organization based in the Los Angeles South Bay area.
Wikipedia
A look into the man who pioneered Dog Whispering...
Cesar Millan (born August 27, 1969IMDB Profile of Cesar Millan) is a professional dog trainer widely known for his television series The Dog Whisperer, now in its sixth season and broadcast in more than eighty countries worldwide, including the US, Canada, Australia and the UK. Millan authored the best-selling book,New York Times Bestsellers List dated August 6, 2006 Cesars Way.
Prior to The Dog Whisperer series, Millan had focused on rehabilitating especially aggressive dogs and had operated the Dog Psychology CenterCesar Millan - Dog Psychology Center in South Los Angeles (2002?2008). He has co-authored several books on dogs and dog-training, participates in numerous philanthropic activities, and in 2009 in conjunction with IMG, introduced a monthly magazine titled Cesar's Way''.
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