A few years ago, when my dog was only 6 months old, I saw a group of people and dogs running around a basketball court. Then, someone called out something and within a few seconds all the dogs were sitting quietly in front of their owners.

This, as I found out later, was the advanced group training class, instructed by Michael Bloom.

I didn't experience too many problems with my puppy back then but I thought teaching her some basic commands would be nice. I had no idea that those training classes with Michael will improve the relationship between my dog and I to that extend…

You don't need to wait for behavioral problems! One reason for doing obedience training is to establish a foundation from which you and your dog can learn to effectively relate to one another. The first thing obedience training does is to create a common language for you and your dog. This, in turn, lets your dog know the proper response (behavior) that you expect.

The obedience trained dog can respond properly to your commands, instead of neurotically trying to please and becoming ever more anxious with your displeasure. The dog will acknowledge the people in the family as the leaders and becomes more secure and calm in this bond of love and authority.

Obedience training can be used to help fulfill some of your dog's basic needs, such as exercise, the security of knowing what's expected, a feeling of accomplishment, and constructive social interaction.

It is also important that the instructor will use gentle methods and have a positive approach, someone that understands dogs- I recommend Michael Bloom. He is very experienced and always comes up with the right solution. He makes us all smile and wag!

 

Hila  

 

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