Would you be open to someone showing you a kinder, gentler way to train your dog to get better results than you are getting now?
Would you be open to someone showing you a kinder, gentler way to train your dog to get better results than you are getting now?
It is 100% possible. #YouDontHaveTo use training collars {shock, pinch, choke} to teach behaviors, stop behaviors or have a well-behaved off leash dog. And if you can achieve the same exact results without using these collars, wouldn't you jump at the chance?
It is 100% possible. #YouDontHaveTo use training collars {shock, pinch, choke} to teach behaviors, stop behaviors or have a well-behaved off leash dog. And if you can achieve the same exact results without using these collars, wouldn't you jump at the chance?
Scientists have proven #YouDontHaveTo. "The results show that using aversive training methods (e.g., positive punishment and negative reinforcement) can jeopardize both the physical and mental health of dogs. In addition, although positive punishment can be effective, there is no evidence that it is more effective than positive reinforcement-based training. In conclusion, those working with or handling dogs should rely on positive reinforcement-based methods and avoid using positive punishment {ecollar, prong, choke, alpha theory} as much as possible."
Scientists have proven #YouDontHaveTo. "The results show that using aversive training methods (e.g., positive punishment and negative reinforcement) can jeopardize both the physical and mental health of dogs. In addition, although positive punishment can be effective, there is no evidence that it is more effective than positive reinforcement-based training. In conclusion, those working with or handling dogs should rely on positive reinforcement-based methods and avoid using positive punishment {ecollar, prong, choke, alpha theory} as much as possible."
(http://www.journalvetbehavior.com/article/S1558-7878(17)30035-7/abstract)
Trainers have proven #YouDontHaveTo. It all comes down to understanding the science behind animal learning and motivations, and how to use these things in our training to communicate our wants and needs. Browse this website to see examples of all various types of animals being taught using modern methods that do not use fear or intimidation to change behavior. Think it can't be done? Think again!
Trainers have proven #YouDontHaveTo. It all comes down to understanding the science behind animal learning and motivations, and how to use these things in our training to communicate our wants and needs. Browse this website to see examples of all various types of animals being taught using modern methods that do not use fear or intimidation to change behavior. Think it can't be done? Think again!
Show and Tell: Watch animals that have been trained to perform incredible behaviors, from basic to high-level, using science-based techniques and Animal Learning Theory.
Show and Tell: Watch animals that have been trained to perform incredible behaviors, from basic to high-level, using science-based techniques and Animal Learning Theory.
Science: Want more information? Need to see studies? Clear your mind, browse the links and be amazed as you begin to grasp a greater understanding of the animal mind.
Science: Want more information? Need to see studies? Clear your mind, browse the links and be amazed as you begin to grasp a greater understanding of the animal mind.
Ok, but how?: So, you'd like to go force-free, but aren't sure where to begin? Click here for links to get you started. We are all on a journey to know better, and then do better, and yours can start today!
Ok, but how?: So, you'd like to go force-free, but aren't sure where to begin? Click here for links to get you started. We are all on a journey to know better, and then do better, and yours can start today!
I Need Help: Do you need some more resources? Are you a trainer or owner looking to crossover (limit/stop the use of fear-based methods), but need encouragement and a safe space to ask questions about how it's done? We're here for you and all of your "What if...?" questions! Contact us for non-judgmental advice and science-based resources at any time!
I Need Help: Do you need some more resources? Are you a trainer or owner looking to crossover (limit/stop the use of fear-based methods), but need encouragement and a safe space to ask questions about how it's done? We're here for you and all of your "What if...?" questions! Contact us for non-judgmental advice and science-based resources at any time!
