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Dog Training: Why Positive Reinforcement Changes Everything
Training your dog is not about drilling it. It is about building a clear relationship in which each understands the other. Today, so-called positive approaches - based on reward, play and consistency - have proven their effectiveness, for puppies and adult dogs alike.
Understand before correcting
A dog that pulls on the lead, barks at other dogs or does not come back when called is not disobeying out of spite. It is often expressing a lack of structure, poorly managed emotion or simply a gap in learning.
The first step is to observe: what is the context, what is the trigger, what is the expected reaction? From there, a progressive plan can be proposed, step by step.
Private Lessons and In-Home Coaching
Individual obedience classes (CHF 85/hour) focus on the fundamentals, sit, down, recall, and loose-leash walking, in an environment full of distractions. They also give dogs the opportunity to learn how to stay focused despite the presence of other dogs.
Private lessons allow us to target specific training goals, especially when addressing a particular issue (fear, reactivity, house training). Meanwhile, in-home coaching (CHF 200/hour) takes place directly in the dog’s everyday environment.
This personalised approach delivers excellent results, even in situations that have remained challenging for months or even years.
All breeds and all levels are welcome, from a puppy that has just arrived home to an adult dog needing to refresh its basic skills.
Owner consistency, the key to success
No class, no matter how effective, can replace the consistency of daily practice. Every interaction with your dog is an opportunity to reinforce learning. Three two-minute training sessions repeated every day are more effective than one intensive hour once a week. Training is an ongoing dialogue, not a one-time course.
Whether you are welcoming a puppy for the first time or looking to address a behavioral issue, a kind and structured approach makes all the difference. In Gland, classes are available by appointment, either individually or in small groups.
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