Our Methods
At Dog Learning Zone we use progressive, motivational, training and behaviour techniques.
Our methods are reward based so your dog learns to do as you ask because it's in the dog’s best interests to do so not because it will experience pain or fear if it doesn’t.
Desired behaviour is rewarded with food treats, toy/play and praise. It's in the dog’s best interests to repeat the desired behaviour because it is reinforced by a positive and pleasurable experience.
Undesired behaviour is addressed by not rewarding or by using interruption, distraction or re-direction techniques.
We do not use choke chains or harsh handling methods.
We support The Guild of Dog Trainers' campaign to promote Balanced Intelligent Dog Training:-
G - Good dog owners are responsible dog owners
U - Understand your dog: do your dog a favour and learn about what makes him tick
I - Intelligent balanced dog training: say no as well as yes, make training fun, have time together and time apart and most importantly enjoy your dog
L - Leadership: every relationship has someone that leads, the same is true for our relationship with our dog; that doesn’t mean being a bully or employing harsh handling, just applying a bit of common sense leadership skills within your relationship will keep your dog safe and happy
D - Do spend time to train your dog the basics: loose lead walking, sit, down, come and stay, and if you want to please your vet... stand
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