January 12, 2009

Junior Handler, SMS Las Vegas

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Extreme Protection at SMS Las Vegas

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August 17, 2008

Down Using a Place with Heavy Distractions

Here is Alfredo Rivera’s dogs Leon and Puma doing bite work with dogs on a down. If you notice that there are multiple dogs utilizing “place” as a boundary. Also note that my dog is the little brown and white Cocker, (Marcee) and she doesn’t break from her down. Most dogs would go balistic if thier owner were being attacked.

To find out more about the Sit Means Sit Training System and how to obtain control of your dog under ANY DISTRACTION, contact your local SMS Dog Trainer.

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August 12, 2008

Alfredo Rivera and Billy Salcido of Las Vegas

Here we are at an elementary school career day. As you can see in the video, there is plenty of distractions provided by the students, weather and of course, our dogs. You can see, with the SMS Training System, “We show you!” We can help to overcome any distraction with your dog. Contact your local SMS location for a free demonstration.

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August 3, 2008

“PLACE” COMMAND

One of the most important things we can teach our dogs, when we first begin training, is the “place” command. “Place” is important because it helps us in teaching our dogs boundaries, self-control, attention and focus. Without these basics, we can never have a truly well mannered dog.

What could be used as a “place”?

“Place” is something, anything that is distinguishably different from the surrounding area, something that has defined boundaries. A doggie-bed is a great example for the beginner, since it is something that most dogs are familiar with. However, you really are only limited by your imagination on what a “place” can be. The wider varieties of “place” you introduce your dog to, the better understanding of the “place” concept your dog will have.

What is “place” useful for?

“Place” is useful for many situations or in tandem with other goals in training. You can teach your dog most commands using “place” as a preliminary tool. But initially, we will discuss using it as a boundary. As a place for our dogs to go to, chill-out and exercise some self-control. Most dog owners see their dogs as members of their family, companions. A well mannered dog does not have to be put outside or in another room when company arrives. A well mannered dog does not have to be put away if you choose to have a BBQ, afraid the dog will injure itself or steal the food.
The “place” as a command (on any object) is useful for situations such as the following. Most dogs go ballistic and seem a little crazy when company comes over or someone rings the doorbell. “Placing” the dog at times like this will alleviate the stress or excitement levels your dog is experiencing by helping it concentrate in the task at hand, the “place”.

Using “place” as a command initially. (What does it mean?)

Initially, we will use the “place” as a boundary. When you begin to teach the “place”, it shouldn’t matter if the dog is sitting, standing or knitting a sweater while they are on that “place”, as long as all four paws are within that boundary and it is staying there on its own accord, without physically binding it to the “place”. If we continually restrain our dogs where we want them to stay, whether by leash or other means, we will not allow them to learn and will always have to rely on those restraints to keep our dog under control. This is where using a “place” (an object with defined boundaries) becomes effective. If we cannot keep our dog’s attention, we cannot teach our dog or show our dog what we want from them. The “place” command helps the dog learn what attention means to you, by learning to wait for its release. Once we have the attention desired, we will define what we mean by sit, down, wait, etc… After all, your dog should do whatever you tell it to, until you release it to do something else, (stay implied).

Using “place” as a tool.

As stated before, you can pretty much teach all commands using “place” as a precursor (tool). After all, it is just a boundary for training purposes, in the real world; it’s not practical to have a place-board wherever you go. Teaching the “place” using many different items (place boards, rocks, chairs, floor mats, etc.) allows you to provide your dog a tool to help control its energy. The “place” can be used as a target in teaching the heel and also utilized in teaching directional work. The “place” can be used as a boundary to perfect the sit/stay, down/stay or pretty much anything else you would need your dog to stay for.

For more information on the “place” command and other general dog training questions, contact your local Sit Means Sit dog trainer.

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August 2, 2008

BUILDING CONFIDENCE WITH A REMOTE COLLAR

Here is Alfredo Rivera of SMS Las Vegas demonstrating how effective the Sit Means Sit dog training system and collar is. This is not an actor, but an actual potential client. To learn more, contact your local Sit Means Sit dog trainer.

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DOG TRAINING WITH A REMOTE COLLAR

There are many different methods of dog training. Some methods include leash and choke collar, leash and pinch collar, clicker, treat training and so on… All are proven and effective methods. However, one of the most controversial methods of training happens to be with the remote collar.

One of the most common conflicts about remote electronic collars happens to be that it is a “shock collar,” used for punishment, which is untrue. Remote collars happen to send a short stimulation, (or “shock”) comparable to a muscle stimulator used at a chiropractor’s office. This is used strictly as a means of communication for our dogs, (providing physical touch). I hear a lot of people ask, “Why would you punish your dog like that?” Or more often say,” Let me put that collar on you and see if you like it!” This to me is just silly. It proves more so, that there are a lot of uneducated people, when it comes to dog training and more so remote collar training. Yes, of course there is an incorrect way to use the remote collar when training, just as there is an incorrect way to use a choke or pinch collar. And yes, I will put the remote collar on my hand and put it to full intensity, would you do the same with a pinch or choke collar?

As stated before, using a remote collar as strictly punitive action or as a deterrent would both be incorrect methods of remote collar training. With any method used for dog training, the first and foremost thing you need to accomplish is to get the dogs attention. Do you want your relationship with your dog to be confrontational? (I think that giving them a good crank on a pinch collar would do just that. Do you?) How long would it take you to build reliability with your dog’s sit, treat or clicker training? With the Sit Means Sit Training System, we can provide a non-confrontational training environment that builds confidence and reliability with our dogs at a very fast pace, under any distraction.

In conclusion, a remote training collar does not make your dog sit, or lay down. It is a tool just as a leash is a tool. YOU are the one that makes your dog sit or lay down. How you accomplish that is up to you. To learn more about remote collar dog training, contact your local Sit Means Sit Dog Trainer. They will be more than happy to provide you with a free demonstration.

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January 12, 2009

Junior Handler, SMS Las Vegas

Extreme Protection at SMS Las Vegas

August 17, 2008

Down Using a Place with Heavy Distractions

August 12, 2008

Alfredo Rivera and Billy Salcido of Las Vegas

August 3, 2008

“PLACE” COMMAND

August 2, 2008

BUILDING CONFIDENCE WITH A REMOTE COLLAR

DOG TRAINING WITH A REMOTE COLLAR

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