He’s a good boy, but he still needs work. I’ve been putting it off, but I’m finally taking action. This is a call to action for all pet owners. We need to be proactive in training our pets.
This weekend, join us at our Animal Training Open House to learn about our offerings for puppies, dogs, and even cats. You can meet our trainers, watch an agility demonstration, and attend short educational talks about dog behavior and socialization. Our Animal Training Manager, Rochelle Guardado, has been teaching people how to train their pets to have good manners for 25 years. She’s a certified dog trainer and cat behavior consultant who believes training should be enjoyable for all involved. Here are some of Rochelle’s answers to some common questions about training Why should I train my dog? Training is an essential part of your dog’s well-being. Teaching your dog how to behave in the world around them is just as important as caring for their health. And, training is a great boredom buster. A 15–20-minute training session is as beneficial as an hour-long walk.
**Key Training Principles:**
* **Positive Reinforcement:** This is the most effective and humane way to train a puppy. It involves rewarding desired behaviors with treats, praise, or toys. * **Consistency:** Consistency is key to successful training. Use the same commands and cues for each behavior.
What kind of training can my dog do after the basics? Loose leash walking, coming when called and more advanced skills take time to master. Unlock your dog’s hidden talents. Try out new activities while you continue to practice the essentials with your pup in novel environments and around distractions. Group training classes help your dog learn skills needed to be successful outside the home. Why should I sign up for a class at Pasadena Humane? Our skilled Animal Training team is proud to offer a safe, sanitary, large indoor space for learning. We offer unique opportunities, such as classes for shy or reactive dogs who struggle when seeing other dogs on leash, as well as supervised playtime for kittens.
Our Animal Training Open House, noon-2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, is free for people of all ages, but please leave your pets at home. Agility demonstrations are scheduled for 12:15 and 1 p.m. Talks include “What’s My Dog Thinking?” at 12:30 p.m. and “Café Canines” at 1:30 p.m. Limited free parking is available at Pasadena Humane, with paid overflow parking available at nearby Del Mar Station. For more information and to RSVP, visit pasadenahumane.org/training Dia DuVernet is president and CEO of Pasadena Humane. pasadenahumane.org
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