Handler training for teaching a well-mannered, well-trained dog at any age.
Basic Dog Obedience
My Mission
At Magic Valley K9 Coaching, my mission is to transform the relationship between dogs and their owners through effective dog training techniques. I believe that a well-trained dog is a happy dog, and my focus on obedience training and positive reinforcement training is dedicated to enhancing the lives of dogs and their families.
About Magic Valley K9 Coaching
My Objective
At Magic Valley K9 Coaching, my mission is to transform the relationship between dogs and their owners through effective dog training techniques. I believe that a well-trained dog is a happy dog, and my focus on obedience training and positive reinforcement is dedicated to enhancing the lives of dogs and their families.
My Approach
I take a positive, rewards-based approach to dog training that emphasizes communication, trust, and mutual respect. I work with dogs of all ages and skill levels, tailoring my obedience training methods to each dog's unique needs and abilities. I utilize training collars and do not rely on treat-based training; instead, my methods focus on praise and touch as rewards.
The Facilities
I utilize the parks in our community for my dog training classes. The distraction of the outdoors, sounds, and open area is fantastic for obedience training and positive reinforcement training opportunities.
A little about Denise and Rose
Rose the Great Dane
Rose holds titles with the American Kennel Club (AKC) of: Canine Good Citizen, Community Canine Good Citizen, Urban Canine Good Citizen, and Therapy Dog.
Rose is a certified Therapy Dog with Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Rose is a registered Therapy Dog with Pet Partners.
Denise the Service Human
Denise began teaching dog obedience in 1997.
Denise has trained with various types of dogs and their handlers. Denise has a strong background in communication and training.
Denise volunteers with Therapy Pets Serving Mini-Cassia. Denise is a registered volunteer handler for Pet Partners and a certified volunteer handler for Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Denise is a volunteer for Animal Assisted Crisis Response with Pet Partners. Rose is Denise's teammate.
Denise is a Tester/Observer for Alliance of Therapy Dogs and an Evaluator for Pet Partners. This allows Denise to evaluate and approve new therapy teams. Denise is an Evaluator for the ACK Canine Good Citizen program.
Rose and Denise
Rose and Denise work as a Therapy Team in several facilities in the local area.
Monthly visits include: St. Luke's, Grace Assisted Living, Park View Rehabilitation and Care Center, Intermountain Hospital, Country Side Care Center, Juvenile Detention, and Read with a Dog at the Twin Falls Library.
TRAINING NOTES FROM PUBLISHED PROFESSIONALS
No Bad Dogs the Woodhouse Way
The Koehler Method of Dog Training
The Koehler Method of Dog Training
Written by Barbara Woodhouse originally in 1978.
On page 60 of her book, she wrote:
"Now we come to the word 'honor' or, as I prefer it, 'respect.' This respect in a dog's mind is paramount, and I can't repeat often enough that without respect, which includes a certain amount of 'righteous fear,' as the Bible would say, the dog lacks something in his essential makeup which sentimentality cannot replace.
When I use the term 'righteous fear,' women in particular shrink in horror; they wouldn't like their dogs to be afraid of them. When I explain that righteous fear is not being frightened, they don't understand. The reason humans don't all steal, lie or what have you, is simply that in most of us there is a righteous fear of the results. In dogs, it should be the same. If they run off or fight another dog, their minds must be educated to know that there will be a reprisal, and without this righteous fear, the dog will never be completely happy, for dogs love looking up to their owners or, as the case may be, their trainers. "
I strongly agree with the thinking of Barbara. In the world of dogs, the alpha dog corrects the behavior of the other members of the pack through correction and limits; it is their natural instinct. Imagine trying to convince your dog not to fight or run away by offering a treat.
Our dog training services focus on obedience training that rewards your pet for good behavior instead of punishing them for bad behavior. This approach utilizes positive reinforcement training, creating a positive and enjoyable experience for both you and your pet.
The Koehler Method of Dog Training
The Koehler Method of Dog Training
The Koehler Method of Dog Training
Originally written by William Koehler in 1962, this book discusses methods that are now questionable in today's dog training services. The primary aim was to save the most untrainable dogs from death, offering a lifeline to those at risk of euthanasia in the worst-case scenario.
On page 21, Koehler wrote:
"A dog with a liking for leg-of-mailman will indulge his tastes, oblivious to the tid-bits that shower as manna from heaven. He'll probably end up as an incorrigible offender - another victim of the 'have a cookie' or 'shame-shame' shammers.
Magazines have dignified the prattle of 'dog psychologists' who would rob the dog of a birthright that he shares with all of God's creatures: the right to the consequences of his own actions.
There will always be more emphasis and clarity in contrasting punishment and reward than in the technique of 'only good,' and if they obey, 'still more good.' Moreover, understanding the consequences of both favorable and unfavorable actions provides a richer awareness of life. Thus, we must not deprive dogs of their privilege to experience the results of their choices, including the lessons learned through correction as well as praise. "
While I agree with some of Koehler's thoughts, I prefer to emphasize correction and praise in my approach, aligning with the principles of positive reinforcement training rather than using the term punishment. Correcting behavior is not punishment; it is an essential part of effective obedience training.
Training tip for the week: Be a consistent, fair, and enthusiastic trainer with realistic goals.
Registration
Basic Obedience Training
This six-week course covers the six training essentials, focusing on effective dog training services that include obedience training and positive reinforcement training.
Basic Class
$175.00
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