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Originally Posted by SoCalyorkiLvr I am agreement as well as to how important training is to the dog and the owner. I like your comment about it "doesn't mean you have to change their persoanlity" but can you imagine a dog who is forced to be the one in control?? That is a lot of stress for a small dog and I think they would all prefer that WE be the ones in control. I just think it is psychologically healthier for the dog for the human to assume the alpha position.
I have also owned and trained a lot of different breeds of dogs throughout my life, poodles and shepherds mostly who are known for their intelligence and ease of training. When I was a child I entered a few obedience shows. It was fun. There is a such a bond that develops between animal and owner that I cannot now imagine not having that with my babies.
My yorkies are a challenge but we work on it every day and they are all different and have different personalities but they all LOVE to do the training exercises. They want to please and they want to learn new things!! I believe it gives them a "job", a purpose to their lives and they KNOW they are helping.
I try not to push my views on those who disagree but I was bold enough to send clickers to both of my dogs' Valentine Pup Pals!!!  |
I enjoyed reading what you had to say. I agree with training the dogs. It's so very important for everyone in the family.