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Dog Training in Austin

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DOG TRAINING IN AUSTIN

positive dog training in AustinIf you are, it’s probably because you’ve got a dog with a serious behavior problem that you want fixed or you just got a new dog and want to get him trained as soon as possible. Here’s the first thing you want to do when looking for dog training in Austin. Ask yourself, “Do I want someone else to train the dog or do I want to train the dog myself”? If you train the dog yourself, using online dog training videos or DVDs for guidance, you’ll accelerate the process and probably end up having a closer relationship with your dog. Why? Simply because you invested the time to build that relationship with him! Also, some online programs play on all types of mobile devices like a smart phone or IPad, which means you’ll be able to access the videos wherever you’re training your dog, in your backyard or at the park.

If training your dog doesn’t appeal to you, you can have someone else do it. Consider enrolling your dog in group classes that are usually held at a nearby park, pet store area or similar location. Some dog owners want to hire a professional dog trainer to train their dog. As this training can be costly, you want to make sure you choose the best one for you and your dog. Spend some time doing homework and preparing some questions in advance of interviewing them. The trainer and the training method he uses can have a major impact on your long-term relationship with your dog so be patient about making your choice.

Whether you’re searching the internet or using the Yellow Pages to look for dog training in Austin, you’ll have no trouble finding dozens of dog trainers. Some will be good, some mediocre and some not so good.

Here’s a list of questions you should consider asking dog trainers in Austin when interviewing them:

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These are not in any specific order.
  • What is their training approach with the dog?
  • What method do they use to get the dog to obey?
  • Do they use positive methods or force to teach the dog new behaviors?
  • How long has the trainer been training dogs as a profession?
  • Have they ever worked with you type of breed before and, if so, were they successful?
  • Do you participate in the training process?
  • Are they up-to-date on current dog training methods?
What to determine after asking these questions:

Once you feel comfortable with their training approach, ask them to explain how and why it works. As mentioned before, the method they use can have a long term impact on the kind of relationship you end up having with your dog.

The truth is simple – when it comes to running a successful business in any category your’re going to leave footprints everywhere, both good and bad. So make sure to do some research on dog training in Los Angeles before you choose a dog trainer or purchase online training programs.

We suggest they have two or more of these:
  • Facebook Page with Fans
  • Google Plus Page
  • Local Online listings with reviews
  • Linkedin Profile
  • Active Blog on their site (really helpful)
  • Informative website about themselves and their training methods

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NOW A FEW QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF
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Dog training in Austin is pretty much the same as dog training elsewhere. There are two types of dog trainers. Some wait until your dog makes a mistake and then give him a correction to teach him a new behavior. Others use positive methods and wait for the dog to do something good and then reward him. Both methods work but you’ll have to make a decision as to how you want your dog to be trained – with negative or positive methods. If you choose the positive, you’ll find it not only helps the dog but also you. An added bonus is your family sees you using a compassionate way to train the dog. Once we get that we, not the dog, are the source of the miscommunication and behavior problems we have with them, our attitude towards them will change immediately for the better.

All dog owners need to take responsibility for the way their dogs act. We don’t need to yell or blame the dog every time he goofs up. And, as we’re the ones spending thousands of hours with them, we can train and teach the dog new and better behaviors. It’s not unusual though to see the dog training the family in many dog families.

If we want our dogs to be well trained and be able to take them anywhere, we must take the time and make the effort to train them properly in the first place. We need to make a commitment and have patience working with them. If we do, we will not only enrich both the dogs and our lives but also make the dog a more loving and enjoyable companion and family member.

What you have to decide is this … do you want to focus on the positive or the negative while training your dog. When we look at the positive side it helps the dog but it also helps us as it send a strong message to other members of the family. The most important thing for us to recognize is this – we are the source of the miscommunication and behavior problems we have with our dogs, not them. When we accept this, our attitude towards our dog will change dramatically for the better.

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Dog Adoptions in the Austin Area

Shelter dogs can be some of the best dogs you will ever have when you give them just a little training. Be sure to adopt a dog from your local shelter instead of buying one.

Local Dog Parks

Local Dog Parks in Austin

Barrington Dog Park
333 S Barrington Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90049

Hermon Dog Park
5568 Via Marisol
Los Angeles, CA 90042

Griffith Dog Park
North Zoo Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90027

Runyon Canyon Dog Park
2000 N. Fuller
Los Angeles, CA 90046

Silver Lake Dog Park
1850 W. Silver Lake Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90026

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