Continued from Training

"He doesn't come reliably when he is called," is probably the complaint we hear most from frustrated owners. "He sits really well on leash and lies down, but off leash, well, he just doesn't listen if there is any distraction, not even when I have treats." There is ample evidence that the traditional method of on-leash (punishment-based) obedience training, as well as simple bribery with food fail to produce reliable results when the dogs are off leash or more than a few feet from their owners, particularly under heavy distraction.

Prolonged training on leash, training in small, confined areas, and bribery with treats do not provide a foundation on which to build fail-proof, off-leash control. Unlike most trainers and dog training organizations, we do not bribe by means of external reward, nor do we bully dogs into reluctant compliance. The dogs learn through play, using their natural talents, and obedience becomes a Game With Rules. The dogs' own inborn behavior patterns, as well as the obedience skills themselves eventually become the internal reward. The goal is simple: to prepare dogs for a lifetime of self-actuated, reliable and joyful co-operation. Through proven methods, we help dogs develop the essential foundation habits, attitudes and obedience skills.

Advancement of and respect for individual talents and abilities of each unique dog is one of the most valuable and permanent benefits of our training approach. Our special proven system guides dogs toward a love of learning and the development of successful, reliable and cheerful obedience. No battle of wills; only happy compliance with reasonable demands and a strong bond between humans and their dogs.

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Novato, California 94945
Tel: (415) 897-7311
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