| luvarott -
i am currently training my girl for the BH, - perhaps i should have gone into detail further.
i wholeheartedly believe that training should be initialized at home, without distractions, as the animal can concentrate on the lesson at hand. i keep training sessions short and fun, and reward based.
i do, however, believe that after a dog has caught on to my training without distractions, that distractions should be introduced gradually.
i also believe that in order to learn how to handle an animal, classes are needed, as a good instructor can see my body language, timing, etc...
i believe that group classes are an excellent socialization and desensitization tool - i use them to socialize my dogs, and for me to be trained, so that i can utilize that training at home, and reinforce my abilities in handling my animal.
training is an ongoing thing for me. the more i can be critiqued, the easier i can make the process for my dogs, thus making life more enjoyable for both species.
so, to reiterate my last post, i utilize group class to FINESSE my handling and training skills, and for socialization and distractions for my dogs - i do not depend on these classes to train my dog - they are to train ME to train my dog.
have a nice day again - elisabeth  |