Training The Companion Dog Set of 4 DVDs
December 20, 2009 by Jim Trainer
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1. Socialization and Training Topics include: Socialization. Fearful and/or Aggressive Pups. Handling. Communication. Sit, Down and Stand 2. Behavior Problems Topics include: Settle Down. Crate Training. Housetraining. Chewing. Digging. Barking. Biting. 3. Walking and Heeling Topics include: Following. Leash training (preventing pulling). Leash Walking and Heeling. Preventing Jumping-up. 4. Recalls and Stays Topics include: Recalls from Play. Teaching Off (not to mouth and paw). Teaching and Proofing Stay. Introducing Distance Control. These DVDs are written and hosted by veterinarian, animal behaviorist, and author Dr. Ian Dunbar — the creator of off-leash puppy classes, which sparked the revolution for positive, reward-based, dog-friendly dog training. Dr. Dunbar is the founder of several dog-training organizations, including the Center for Applied Animal Behavior; the Association of Pet Dog Trainers — the largest and most influential worldwide association of professional pet dog trainers; and SIRIUS Puppy Training — The Original Puppy Training School. more info
The definitive dog training course for every dog owner
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I cringed a little at the price of this set, but having watched the whole set at least once (and more) I am convinced of its value. It is a training class that you can review again and again whenever you hit a snag with your dog. The classes are conducted by Ian Dunbar, the father of non-force dog training. He is a pleasant person to watch, patient and good-humored, and the lessons really work. This set covers all the basic commands that every dog needs to learn, plus many common problem behaviors and how to correct them with reward-based positive training.
I expect to spend many hours watching these videos as I train my two pups.
Training doesn’t have to be unpleasant for you or your dog!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Instead of using force (e.g. choke collars, hitting) to get dogs to behave in ways we find acceptable, Dr. Dunbar demonstrates that humans can use their intellect to make training fun. Brain over Brawn! His methods are very effective. Of course, positive reinforcement won’t ALWAYS work even with the most diligent trainer, but neither will negative reinforcement. In the end, I’d rather have a partially-untrained dog who still likes me than a partially-untrained dog who is afraid of me! Although he does teach techniques, Dunbar’s most important (implicit) message is that it wouldn’t hurt to look at things from your dog’s point of view.
P.S.: Ian Dunbar (PhD, BVetMed, MRCVS, CPDT) is a veterinarian, animal behaviorist, dog trainer, and writer. He is held in the highest regard by animal behaviorists worldwide.