SELECTING A GOOD OBEDIENCE TRAINER

"Outward Hound Quick Access Treat 'N Training Bag" "This convenient waist bag is perfect for holding treats, personal belongings and other items used during training sessions with dogs. Features an adjustable strap that attaches around the waist, hook and D ring for keys, a front pocket for training clicker or pick-up bags and the bag pops open and closed for easy access."

SELECTING A GOOD OBEDIENCE TRAINER

A new client of mine had already been through another obedience program with her dog, but you would not know it. She said the classes were large, they used the same technique on all the dogs and the people teaching were far from encouraging. She had problems getting questions answered and the students did more walking in circles and getting yelled at than they did trouble shooting and learning. Many students left after just a few classes and never returned. She finished the program, as she had paid her money but felt like she got little out of it. Many dog owners I speak to have said had they known what to look for in a program, they would have done more research and found better classes. Many people do not know what to look for in a dog-training program. They often assume just because someone uses the title "Trainer" or "Behaviorist" that the classes are quality. Just because someone has a flashy ad or is listed on a website does not mean the program is good. The average dog owner spends more time picking out shoes than they do a training program! This is not good. The people you seek out to help you with your dog or puppy can make all the difference in the world!

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