Quote:
|
Originally Posted by daimbert Just wondering why form of training you guy do with your yorkies. What are the pro's and cons if any. I've heard of Clicker training, Positive reinforcement also the form of training advocated by ceasar milan (dog whisperer). Which do You like and has worked for you?
The first two clicker training and positive reinforcement I've heard that dogs become to dependent on treats to do anything. Ceasar Milans method from what I understand has more to do with dominance...where the dog just respects you our of fear (please don't get offended if I got that wrong). Also I've heard it's pretty old style (chokes etc) and not really advocated by most trainers now a day.
Also I love reading so recommend any books you like..
ThanksJohn |
Cesar Milan does not train by fear. Have you ever seen him with his dog pack? They sure don't look like they fear him. It is normal for dogs to have an assertive leader. The only time he takes one down is when they bite, then that is their consequence. They do not run from him, even after he has taken one down, they accept him as their leader, it's the natural way with dogs.
Also he does not train dogs, he trains the people and rehabilitates the dogs from their hangups that they obtained from being around weak people.
You should try to catch some of his shows, He is starting a new season next week on the National Geographic Channel. He is on tonight from 8 to 10
I prefer the Cesar Milan method of handling my dogs, as for the training part, I'm still working on that. I have one that will not lie down, no matter what.
But they wait at the door when I open it, they walk with me when I walk, and stop when I stop. When they jump and scratch at my legs I just point and they get down. Never once did I have to make them fear me, because I speak their language, and they know I am the leader and respect that.
I am looking into Basic training classes through our local kennel club, just for the fun of working with my dogs.