Comments on: Dog training?

By: Gail H

Gail H — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 08:37:59 +0000

Having your dog listen is not up for negotiation. Negotiating with your dog with treats doesn't teach him to respect or listen to you, he's only listening to the treat. One doesn't always have treats, then what?
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By: Denise H

Denise H — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 08:10:59 +0000

Oh, yes, definitely use treats to train your dog. Dogs tend to train easier when they have a reward to look forward to.
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By: walking lady

walking lady — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 07:58:59 +0000

You’ve got to use whatever method works on the individual dog. Some dogs will turn themselves inside out for you just for praise, a lot need treats or even a favorite toy.

For almost every dog I’ve had, I’ve used treats and praise both. When starting to teach something new, I use treats and praise, but the treats are cut back so they only get them occasionally. And the dog never knows when – it keeps them sharper.

But you’ve got to figure out what works for your dog. Sometimes you use different "levels" of treats – for example, their absolute favorite for something new or more difficult for the dog, a less special treat for a lesser accomplishment.
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By: Ulva Child

Ulva Child — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 07:10:59 +0000

What ever motivates the dog!
Some dogs are more motivated to food that praise, others don’t care much for food…
Its all about what works for an individual dog.

Hope I helped!
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By: valerie w

valerie w — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 06:21:59 +0000

dogs love treats so when you train use them..
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By: Kim from Sydney

Kim from Sydney — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 05:51:59 +0000

Treats all day – everyday
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By: MJane

MJane — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 05:07:59 +0000

I prefer treats. I also prefer clicker.

The first trainer we went to just did touch and voice praise. My dog could have cared less and was a little brat.

Treats made her focus on me, and yes we were able to stop using them and still get her to listen.

I think a lot of it depends on the dog, too.
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