If you are having behavioral issues with your dog that you cannot seem to resolve on your own, getting professional help is an excellent idea. However, there are two different kinds of professionals that can help you with your situation: a Dog Training School, and an Animal Behavior Specialist. Which one is right for you and your pet?
The answer to this question lies in whether or not the behavior that the dog is exhibiting is normal, or explainable. For instance, if a dog is threatened in a violent manner (horrible to think about, but it does happen), then it would be appropriate for the dog to bite in retaliation. However, if a dog starts biting you after you feed him a treat, this isn't as easily explained. In this second situation, you'd want to access an Animal Behavior Specialist to get some help, instead of one of the many readily available Dog Training Schools.
Most behavioral issues with dogs are related to pet owners who aren't aware as to how to manage their dogs. For instance, jumping on people or things, pulling on their leash, not listening or responding to commands or eliminating in the home are all management issues. These can normally be treated with obedience training through a Dog Training School.
Dog Training Schools are usually staffed with professionals who have received formalized training in the field of animal behavior modification. The methods used in these programs teach you how to think like your dog, and communicate with each other better. They also help your dog to understand his place, what is expected of him, and how to stop negative behaviors, and replace them with positive ones.
If any of these behaviors are apparent in your dog, are causing a problem in your home, you'll need to contact a Dog Training School as soon as you are able, in order to start the training process quickly. These Dog Training Schools can correct behavior in as little as a couple of weeks.
Animal Behaviorists are professionally trained as well, but rather academically rather than vocationally. Their training normally includes some sort of graduate work in psychology, biology, chemistry, neurology, zoology and the like. They will also have specialized training in the types of animals they work with. These professionals are equipped to deal with the more serious of the behavioral issues in a pooch, such as aggression, fears, anxiety or compulsions.
After reading this article, choosing the proper professional to help you help your pet shouldn't be terribly difficult. Now all you need to do is find an appropriate person; ask friends, people who work at the local pet store and your vet for recommendations. Soon the negative behavior will only be a memory in your loved one.
(c) 2005 dog-training-info.com. This article may be republished as long as these bylines are included. Kevin Simmons is the webmaster of http://www.dog-training-info.com. Please visit the site for more free dog training articles. Online URL for this article: http://www.dog-training-info.com
Blue Mound Chicago prom limo .. Madison to O'Hare AirportIt is always sad when a beloved animal family member... Read More
Many cat owners believe that their good little kitty would... Read More
Imagine that you are scolding your cat for scratching at... Read More
The first thing a cat owner should know about home... Read More
Buy or Adopt - That is the question.If you intend... Read More
Before you decide to give your dog canine arthritis medicine... Read More
Making sure that accidents don't happen in the first place... Read More
Is there anything more cute and cuddly than tiny little... Read More
A breed of dog called a Boxer is very family-oriented... Read More
It is entirely normal to look for signs of intelligence... Read More
Many of us dream of having a beautiful, exotic bird... Read More
Just like children, westie puppies learn through play. Playing games... Read More
My wife and I have been married for 32 years.... Read More
Are cats and children a good mix?So, you had a... Read More
The real apistogramma's come from southern America, they all have... Read More
Let's take a look at the different stages, but before... Read More
To teach a dog to jump, with your right hand... Read More
Nearly every puppy in the world is born with roundworms.... Read More
Doggie day care is becoming more and more prevalent in... Read More
Vitamins Can Increase Your Dog's Life Span!There is evidence to... Read More
If you are keeping tetras, chances are you are breeding... Read More
Find a vet, if possible, who specializes in small animals... Read More
We have all grown up with at least one hero... Read More
Are you irritated by your dog's drooping ears or your... Read More
Training a dog is a fairly difficult task. Some find... Read More
Michigan City taxi to O'Hare ..Is your dog one of those that pulls at his... Read More
They may seem to be bold explorers - sniffing at... Read More
Imagine that you are scolding your cat for scratching at... Read More
Selling a HorseThe best new tool for people selling horses... Read More
Goldfish care is critical for the health of your goldfish.... Read More
The West Highland Terrier is a friendly dog, and is... Read More
For realistic tips for humans who are moving with cats,... Read More
Just how old is your dog really? More than likely... Read More
This is an 11 step guide to setting up a... Read More
Let's think about this for a minute: God did not... Read More
If you have a hard time in summer imagine how... Read More
Most pet owners have become very educated about their pet... Read More
So what does it mean to float a horse's teeth?... Read More
Losing your cat is a worrying experience, use these 'How... Read More
Dog training is definitely not rocket science and is easier... Read More
If the "tweet, tweet" of little beaks is in your... Read More
All puppies are small dogs ? some, however, won't be... Read More
You've probably had a day or two when you felt... Read More
In the animal kingdom there is a pecking order. Richard... Read More
The West Highland White Terrier or Westie, has it's origin,... Read More
An essential to your dog's health is his/her regular annual... Read More
Sometimes puppies are born that can't suckle properly, and it's... Read More
Many different skin problems can arise in the aquarium. thankfully,... Read More
Was he the world's greatest horse trainer of all time?... Read More
Does your dog have that sheepish look? It could be... Read More
Pet |