Dog training methodology is an increasingly hotly contested topic. A number of vocal trainers insist that dogs should be instructed through exclusively positive reinforcement, and that training should be totally force-free. Popularized through social media, the force-free training movement has grown into a lucrative, billion-dollar industry, but the consequences may outweigh the positives. This book examines the current state of dog training and discusses ethical alternatives to force-free methods. Chapters cover the history of dog training, common myths, equipment, and the merits of balanced training methods that don't dogmatically avoid occasional force.
Author: Nicola Ferguson |
Publisher: McFarland |
Publication Date: Mar 01, 2024 |
Number of Pages: 270 pages |
Language: English |
Binding: Paperback |
ISBN-10: 1476692572 |
ISBN-13: 9781476692579 |