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Thoughts on using shock collars to train your dog. |
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A shock collar is a small box on a dog collar that usually has
two metal prongs that are in contact with a dogs skin. The
device works by usually emitting a warning noise followed by an
electric shock to the dog. On some models the shock can be
increased in intensity. These collars are designed to shape
behavior, for example they can be set to go off when a dog
barks. Alternatively the handler can carry a remote control unit
that delivers a shock when the dog does undesirable behavior.
There really is no need to use such methods to train a dog,
there are more humane methods to shape a dogs behavior such as
clicker training that gives a reward for shaping |
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behavior.
The reasons why I believe shock collars are not necessary for
training are as follows:
* A dogs skin is much thinner than a humans skin. As a result
the shocks these devices give can be very painful. Additionally
if a dog becomes wet the pain inflicted can increase.
* Shocking a dog can lead to behavior problems where the
association of the shock with people or circumstances can lead
to potentially aggressive behavior.
* Sadly there are people that will use these devices
irresponsibly or worse for fun on their pets.
For many years I have used treats and praise for training my
dogs. I believe in using |
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kind training methods and rewarding
dogs for good behavior. Dogs love to be rewarded be it with
praise, treats, toys and exercise. In my experience a dog that
is trained using positive training methods is well behaved, good
tempered and happy.
Joyce Barker - www.dogtraininginfo.co.uk
About the author:
Joyce Barker is a member of the British Institute of
Professional Dog Trainers. She has over 25 years worth of dog
training experience. She is the owner of www.dogtraininginfo.co.uk
a company dedicated to promoting positive dog training
methods.
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