That’ll Do Dog - Canine Training

09/02/2024

09/02/2024

At ADGTK, we don't use nor recommend the use of any training devices that will hurt or scare your dog. While these devices can change behavior, using them often results in unwanted side effects such as fear and aggression.

We don't use them because:

1. We didn't sign on as dog trainers to hurt or scare dogs.

2. We don't need them to change your dog's behavior.

09/02/2024

In a time when many dog trainers shy away from taking a clear stand against aversive methods, ’s message is bold and unambiguous:

Either you are okay using pain, fear, and discomfort in dog training, or you are not.

For Victoria, the answer is a firm “No.” And that is based on modern ethics and evidence.

Her stance is straightforward: no dog, not even “extreme” cases, should be coerced into compliance through fear or pain when positive, force-free methods are proven to be more humane and effective.

Victoria’s words are a call to action. It’s time for the dog training community to reject outdated practices and speak out against those professionals in the industry who still defend and promote them to a vulnerable public.

Read the full post from Victoria at the link in my bio 🔥

07/30/2024

07/30/2024

Reward based dog training, what is it?

07/09/2024

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06/21/2024

Let’s talk about enrichment during this heat! What else can you do when it’s too hot for your pup outside!?

05/12/2024

Happy Mother’s Day to all the dog moms out there! - Cecilia & Ziggy, Cassidy & Bart 💜

05/09/2024

We love this advice from Leslie McDevitt, a dog training legend.

Whether you're training your dog basic pet manners, for a sport, or as an assistance dog - this applies.

Some people will advise correcting your dog if your dog is sniffing by yanking on the lead. This might discourage sniffing in the moment, but your dog wouldn't be paying attention because they WANT to...

Your dog will be paying attention because they know that if they disengage or start sniffing, something unpleasant will happen.

This technique doesn't resolve the reasons why your dog might be sniffing. If your dog is sniffing because of anxiety, discomfort or displacement, corrections can make the problem worse because the dog becomes even more stressed.

So, you try to train your dog and instead of focusing on you, the dog keeps sniffing - what now?

💭 Consider the rewards you are using. Are you using food that your dog likes? Is there something that your dog would like even more in that moment?

💭 Consider the environment. Are you too close to something that your dog finds distracting or scary?

💭 Consider your dog's emotional state. Is your dog upset? Is your dog sniffing because of stress?

💭 Consider your dog's needs. Sniffing is a crucial part of how dogs explore the world, does your dog need more time to explore the environment before you start training?

💭 Consider your dog's health. Is your dog unwell? Is your dog in pain?

And adjust your training plan accordingly!

Jasper Molloy CTC (Hons) | ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour

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