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Dog Training Collars
Dog training collars have been used for many years as a very
effective way to train your dog. They are very humane and safe if used
properly. You can find them in all types and sizes, but they can range from the
less expensive models to the pricier versions.
When training a dog, you need to do it carefully, with love
and patience. It is an ongoing thing that you build upon and keep going,
reinforcing the techniques taught, the hand signals, commands etc…and dog
training collars are a great tool to use while reinforcing obedience.
Dog training collars are a great way for your dog to learn
about his own behavior, and what you the owner expect of him. This helps them
to learn quickly which behaviors are unacceptable, and change them.
Are you thinking about training your dog yourself? If you
are, then dog training collars can be a great tool to help you teach obedience,
and also a great tool if you want to do some sport training. You may be a
hunter and want to take your dog with you…this has been a great tool used for
training hunting dogs.
Choosing Dog Training Collars
Buying a collar that fits your dog is crucial, and finding
the proper fit is not as well known as it should be. Many dog trainers like to
keep this bit of information under their hat. In order to have the proper fit,
you need to have one that fits your dog’s neck snugly. These are going to be
an investment on your part, and the more expensive ones, you will find, have a
good warranty on the collar.
Dog training collars are so easy to use and they are a
great way to enhance your training with little or no extra effort on your part.
With the instant message that is given to your dog, will give him the immediate
feedback, making your job of training a bit easier. You will develop a great
bond with your dog, he will know what is expected of him, and know that you are
happy, which is very important to your dog, matter of fact, the both of you
will be much happier.
Dog Training Tip #1
Be Consistent. Use the same commands over and over as you are training, correcting, and praising your dog. Consistency will help your dog to understand and obey rather than be confused and disobedient. All family members should use the same commands when training your dog. Consistency breeds familiarity and desired behavior. |
Dog Training Tip #2
Praise Good Behavior. Make sure to praise your dog quickly and often when she has completed a command or responded in a positive manner. As you praise, look directly in your dog's eyes so that she will associate good behavior with the positive reinforcement she is receiving (voice and/or touch). |
Dog Training Tip #3
Keep Training Sessions Short. Approximately 15 minutes per session is optimal for learning a simple command and maintaining your dog's concentration. Make sure to end your training sessions on a positive note. One idea is to play with your dog immediately following a session. This will help your dog to associate time spent with you as fun and to look forward to another training session. |
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