If you are having trouble with your dog’s behaviour, you might be considering getting professional help. Behavioural dog trainers can help you get results with in-home behaviour training or group obedience classes. If you are unsure which service is better suited to your dog’s needs, here are a few things you should consider.
What services can I choose from?
In-home dog behaviour training is useful for addressing specific or complex behavioural problems, such as excessive barking, aggression, pulling on lead, and separation anxiety. The behavioural therapist will assess the dog in its home environment and develop an individual training program specific to your dog and your family.
Group obedience training aims to teach your dog to follow specific commands such as sit, drop, stay, etc. in a controlled environment with the distractions of other dogs and people around. This also continues the socialisation experience for your dog, and will assist you in maintaining the leadership role in your relationship.
How do I choose?
| You say | “My dog does something I don’t like” | “My dog doesn’t listen when I tell it to do things” |
| We recommend | In-home dog behaviour training | Group obedience training |
| What it is | An individual training session (plus follow-up support) to assess the dog and the environment, discuss and demonstrate effective techniques, and provide you with the skills and knowledge to establish good routines and strong leadership | A short course with option for ongoing training using positive reinforcement techniques. |
| What it does | Preventing unwanted behaviours e.g. jumping up, pulling on lead | Teaching your dog to follow specific commands |
| Solving problems e.g. excessive barking, digging, destructive behavior, toileting | Strengthening your bond and communication with your dog | |
| Solving complex behavioural issues e.g. aggression, separation anxiety, sibling rivalry | Socialising your dog, and teaching them to follow commands even around distractions such as other dogs |
Contact us for more details or to book your dog training session today!
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Justin Jordan is a dog behaviourist and the founder of Jordan Dog Training, a family-owned Brisbane business. With more than 35 years of experience in the pet industry, Justin and his team help families with puppy training, everyday manners and behaviour concerns.
