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Originally Posted by moondog  I used "Fred Hassen" for my search words. There's also another thread from a few years ago (that I couldn't find) where an e-collar was being used on a dog during a gathering of friends at the owner's home. Dog milling amongst guests, owner hits the button for some reason, and the dog turned and bit the closest person!  I'm almost certain that person was using the Sit Means Sit method with her dog - he was basically ruined by the end of it. |
While the concept is excellent, and training like this can be proofed very well with an ecollar for off lead control, Mr. Hassan's methodology tends to be less than humane, to put things politely. To train a dog well with this concept in mind is not an instant success method, but rather a foundation is built and behaviors are lengthened and strengthened through good operant conditioning techniques, and clear communication. Much like the layering of an onion, this type of training is built over time. The use of a release command instead of a stay command is common.
I'd begin by shaping behaviors much like I would with a new puppy - using treats and guiding the dog into position, and rewarding in a timely fashion.
Hand signals could be introduced once the dog is attentive enough to follow the lead easily. Leash always to control the outcome while in the teaching phase.
I haven't looked at the other links provided as I'm short on time, but will join in later on this thread.
Hassan = good theory gone bad.