Day Training Does Help
- Mecca Curtice, CDBC, CCDT, CBATI-KA, FDM

- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
My training sessions are often for one-hour with my clients and their dogs. The purpose of a full hour does give the client the opportunity to ask questions also. The dog gets a break when needed. Pushing a dog is not helpful in their learning. This is the time I can demonstrate and start the training, then the guardian gets to learn and work with their dog while I am there with them both.
Day training, I train the clients dog during the day, when they are too busy. This is the opportunity for the dog to get out and away from the home for a while. I can start with training the dog to "come" and also add in some mind stimulation too; by adding in "find it" and this way the dog is learning two different skills at once and it is fun for the dog too.
Teaching a dog to "come" at a young age is a good start and rewarding the dog for getting it right. Adding in excitement and rewarding the dog does help too. This helps in building a good bond.
Dogs learn best when the environment is right and I really enjoyed working with this young German Shepherd Dog during the Autumn time because there were so many leaves which added in more ways for her to work her nose and brain as she was sniffing to find that one small treat I tossed out.
All dogs I handle and train, I teach them "find it" because this can be used on walks and for distractions too when needed.
When hiring a dog trainer to work with your dog, always ask questions. During my one-hour sessions this is the opportunity to ask questions as we train during the hour. That one-hour session is yours and your dog's time to learn from a professional. I want you to succeed!
Day training as you see above in the video is time to get your dog out for a while and get training started. Day training also gives me time to observe how your dog responds and I am looking to see if the dog is enjoying the session.
Regardless of what type of sessions you choose, I will be looking for so much. A dog should feel comfortable during training sessions and want to engage in training.
Training "find it" can help dog now and into the future. This works the brain and can help to burn up more energy than a walk. Walks are bonding and good for socializing as your dog learns about different areas, but sniffing should also be allowed.
You can learn so much more during my private one-on-one sessions that any group class. I want to see you succeed!

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