Using A Clicker Vs Traditional Approach... The Flawed "Clicker Training Methodology! Written by Adam G. Katz
There are two points you must recognize:1.) You CAN train a dog using a traditional approach AND use clicker. It depends on your style, but yes... I've had very good results using clicker as an event marker, and for getting dog to understand a new behavior... especially a more complex behavior. However, THIS IS ONLY USED DURING THE FIRST PHASE OF TRAINING ... "learning phase." Once you move into reinforcement and proofing phase, clicker loses it's benefits. 2.) The idea that "some methods work better for some dogs," is a falsehood. It stems from people who are not completely competent in working with dogs. Here's where misperception comes in: TRUTH: Some dogs are very soft. These dogs you will emphasize more praise and build them up. Use of corrections are minimal, and depending upon dog's temperament, may just be just a verbal correction to be motivational.
| | A Good Tip For Dogs With Itchy SkinWritten by Adam G. Katz
Now that summer is in full swing, many dogs are experiencing dry skin and excessive itchiness. I know that my dog, "Forbes," certainly has been! Of course, first thing you'll want to rule out is fleas. But barring fleas, I've found that best way to alleviate itching is to:Splash approximately 2 Tablespoons of either vegetable oil or canola oil in your dog's food. The additional fat will give your dog's coat a soft, shiny look and will help alleviate dry skin and itching. You can also try an over-the-counter product you can get at most pet stores called, "Lipiderm," which works pretty much same, but costs a bit more.
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