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Susan Mitchell, On The Mark Dog Training
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www.facebook.com/197397357107602
www.onthemarkdogtraining.com
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My name is Susan Mitchell and I am the trainer at On The Mark Dog Training. Many people ask me why I use reward-based training methods. My answer is simple: I believe we have a CHOICE in what training approach we use -- and I want the way I train my dogs to reflect the type of relationship I want to have with them.
I want any relationship I have, be that with people or animals, to be filled with fun, love, compassion, and mutual respect. That would be a hard goal to obtain with my dogs if I were to use a punishment focused, correction-based style of training. If I were constantly scolding, leash popping, using equipment called "choke", "prong", or "shock" collars, or otherwise trying to "dominate" my dog, then neither our training, nor our relationship, would be much fun for either of us. It's also no way to show love or compassion towards my 'best friend'.
What's more, those methods just aren't necessary. Reward-based training is a highly effective approach. It teaches the dog new, more desirable behaviors and how to cope more effectively with its environment. The focus is on making learning fun and helping the dog to succeed. The dog is eager to learn and motivated to behave. It's a relationship builder, and provides a means of "connecting" with your dog in remarkable ways. Bottom line, it's an emphasis on the positive, when there is otherwise so much negativity in our world AND in our relationships.
Why then, would I want to consider a training method that emphasizes punishment and corrections? I can have a well behaved dog - and a lot of fun with him - using a reward-based training approach. SO CAN YOU.
At On The Mark Dog Training your dog will learn to be calmer and have more desirable behaviors. You will learn how to use your dog's favorite things (treats, toys, play, touch, praise) to teach your dog new skills and motivate him/her to behave. Ultimately, you and your dog will build a stronger relationship have FUN together, all while achieving... show more your goal of a well trained, well behaved family companion.
I would LOVE to help you with your dog!
Services include: Group classes, private training, semi-private training, and behavior consultation and rehabilitation services.
Serving: Wake county, Johnston county and surrounding counties (in North Carolina) show more
I want any relationship I have, be that with people or animals, to be filled with fun, love, compassion, and mutual respect. That would be a hard goal to obtain with my dogs if I were to use a punishment focused, correction-based style of training. If I were constantly scolding, leash popping, using equipment called "choke", "prong", or "shock" collars, or otherwise trying to "dominate" my dog, then neither our training, nor our relationship, would be much fun for either of us. It's also no way to show love or compassion towards my 'best friend'.
What's more, those methods just aren't necessary. Reward-based training is a highly effective approach. It teaches the dog new, more desirable behaviors and how to cope more effectively with its environment. The focus is on making learning fun and helping the dog to succeed. The dog is eager to learn and motivated to behave. It's a relationship builder, and provides a means of "connecting" with your dog in remarkable ways. Bottom line, it's an emphasis on the positive, when there is otherwise so much negativity in our world AND in our relationships.
Why then, would I want to consider a training method that emphasizes punishment and corrections? I can have a well behaved dog - and a lot of fun with him - using a reward-based training approach. SO CAN YOU.
At On The Mark Dog Training your dog will learn to be calmer and have more desirable behaviors. You will learn how to use your dog's favorite things (treats, toys, play, touch, praise) to teach your dog new skills and motivate him/her to behave. Ultimately, you and your dog will build a stronger relationship have FUN together, all while achieving... show more your goal of a well trained, well behaved family companion.
I would LOVE to help you with your dog!
Services include: Group classes, private training, semi-private training, and behavior consultation and rehabilitation services.
Serving: Wake county, Johnston county and surrounding counties (in North Carolina) show more
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December 31, 2016
Suzanne C. asked:Dog Trainers? FREE - Raleigh, NC (27609) Does anyone know any dog trainers? If so please give information!Heather P. replied:On the Mark Dog Training. Susan. https://www.facebook.com/197397357107602 Susan Mitchell, On The Mark Dog Training
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