Frequently asked questions
1) Is my dog to young/old to train?
A: You can train a dog at any age, Puppy imprinting with food reward is great for dogs from eight weeks to four and a half months. The important stages are the 6 and 8 month stage. Your dog is considered adult at 2 years old. They can always be taught good manners.
2) If you train the dog will it listen to me?
A: Dogs learn per person. The advantage of a trainer is to make your job easier by getting the dog to quickly understand what is needed and then coach you and the dog together.
3) How is teaching Heel and sit going to stop the jumping etc?
A: The first step is the dog has to learn how to learn. Once there is a vocabulary that is crystal clear so “Good dog “ and “ No” really make sense to the dog you have the tools you need to change behavior.
4)How often do I have to train?
A: Do not have a training place and time. Use the training thru out the day to create good habits. Have the dog sit stay and down stay with you instead of roaming around the house, after a short period of time you will have got the dog in the habit of being calm and listening.
5) The dog won’t misbehave if I am in the room.
A: We cannot teach DON’T, any time you correct the dog you must show the correct thing to do and praise. Dogs learn from praise, if you punish, the dog learns this is wrong in front of you–not—this is wrong.
