On this episode, Scott and Jess talk about what you should consider when choosing your dog trainer. This is an important decision that you want to get right.
Topics discussed include:
- Dog tip of the day
- Before selecting a dog trainer, check the reviews online
- Try posting in local Facebook groups for recommendations
- The credentials of the trainer don’t necessarily matter – look for experience
- What about electronic collar training?
- You shouldn’t be pressured to sign a contract on the spot
- Don’t wait until your dog has problems to start training
- If you decide on a board and train program, make sure you tour the facility
- See how the person works with their own dog
- A good trainer does not offer guarantees
- Should I go to puppy classes and is that enough?
- You need to do some maintenance training over time
- Is there any value in Canine Good Citizen (CGC) classes?
- Make sure there is open communication with the trainer
- If you’re not seeing results after a month and you’ve done your homework, look for another trainer
- You can contact the show by email at studio@thequirkydog.com
- You can find Scott and Jess’s website at caninehealing.com
- More info on Scott and Jess’s free course at caninemindshift.com
Have you ever wondered why your dog behaves a certain way? Are there things you need help with or support? Join Scott and Jess Williams each week as they explore these and other topics.
