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With all of the misinformation flooding
the media lately, I've been inundated with questions about the harsh methods that are being used by 'TV trainers'.
Alpha rolling or pinning dogs, the use of "special" collars as a "necessary" training tool, the misuse
of terms like 'bribery' to incorrectly describe reinforcement- based training.
It's become a
very confusing world for the average dog owner.
Most of what is seen on TV lately is a more dramatic version of
what all trainers used to do..before we knew better.
There's a reason that these 'reality' shows
carry a "DON'T TRY THIS AT HOME" disclaimer across the bottom of the screen..
Click
on the links below to see what the real experts in this industry have to say-
Debunking the Dominance Myth - Carmen Buitrago, CPDT, CTC
Quick fixes for behavioral issues - what you're REALLY seeing..
TV "trainers" and why they're so dangerous. The "don't try this at home" diclaimers are there for a reason!
The Adverse effects of physical punishment - The American Veterinarian Society of Animal Behavior.
AVMA's position on Physical Punishment.
Beyond the Dominance Paradigm - Patricia B. McConnell, PhD.
Warnings popping up on reputable sites -
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