Dog lovers all over the world are constantly innovating and thinking of newer and better methods to use to train their beloved dogs. After all, a dog is known to be man’s best friend and so man has to think of better methods of training him and keeping him happy and loved. Let us see what the other methods that people use are to train their pets.
1 Clicker Training
A clicker is a small plastic box that contains a metal spring inside which when pressed, makes a “click-click” noise. Karen Pryor, who is a well-known animal behaviorist, developed this technique. It is a motivational method of training. In this method the trainer presses the clicker every time the animal does something correct. Clicker training reinforces desired behavior. Very soon your dog will associate the clicking sound with praise. It has proved to be an excellent training tool and you can use it for training your dog.
2 Eclectic Training
This method uses a combination of many training techniques to teach your dog. You combine different training techniques to make the best combination that will elicit the best performance from your pet.
3 Lure Training
This method uses toys and treats as lure to tempt dogs into doing what you want from them. It is an excellent training method for pups and timid dogs. However, you could try it for difficult or
aggressive animals too! It is again a motivational training technique. It uses the ‘do as I ask and I give you a treat’ technique to teach.
4 Target wand training
In this method of training no force techniques are employed. Really good for benevolent and kindhearted souls!
5 Play training
This is again a motivational training technique. It incorporates a lot of fun and games in the teaching process.
6 Koehler Method
This method is not recommended as it uses compulsion and punishment. The emphasis of physical correction and discipline is very high.