Don't Use Choke Collars

These can cause neck and throat injuries, and are not necessary to use in training. If a trainer tells you, "It's just a little jerk, it doesn't hurt," your response should be, "Just to be sure then, lets put it on you and try jerking it on your neck before we try it on the dog I love."

Rule of Three

Follow the “rule of three.” If you catch your dog doing something once, expect it to happen again. If he does it twice, then ask yourself, “Do I want him to continue this (good) behavior? If yes, then reward the behavior with a treat or praise. If no, then make an immediate correction.

Rocky River Classes

Next session starts March 7.

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