Studies show that aversive trainer (shock collars, prong collars, intimidation) produces negative outcomes for dogs. You will not eliminate aggressive behavior in a dog by being aggressive.
Force free, positive reinforcement training means that we do not use fear, or intimidation to shape the behavior we want. Dogs act with one purpose, to improve their situation, so learning what they value (usually food but also affection, or toys) and being consistent with your praise will help you communicate with your dog and live in harmony.
Dogs Without Borders dogs MAY NOT be trained with aversive methods, including but not limited to Shock Collars, E Collars, nor Prong Collars. This also includes “invisible fencing”.
Here are trainers we recommend as well as further reading
Find a Force-Free Trainer in your area
http://www.petprofessionalguild.com/Zip-Code-Search
What do different dog trainer certifications mean?
Every Dog
Force free training.
https://www.everydogsocal.com/
Los Angeles, OC, virtual
Dog Training by Kiko Pup – Free training Videos
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-qnqaajTk6bfs3UZuue6IQ
Los Angeles Based Trainers
Jocelyn @The Muttineer
http://www.muttineer.com
Mention Dogs Without Borders and get $25 off a 4 week puppy class
Kate Hart (works with us regularly)
Force free training.
katherine.marie.hart@gmail.com 508-361-2632
Mention Dogs Without Borders and get a 7 week in-person training class for $100.
Los Angeles, OC, virtual, board and train, reverse board and train
(Aug 2024 Update – Kate is on maternity leave and offering zoom training but no in person classes at this time)
Sasha Gribova (has worked with DWB including Bobby, Ghost, Glitter Girl, Gusto and more!)
Positive reinforcement only
sasha@canineinaction.com
Los Angeles, Board and Train, Private training
GoLightly Training
Positive reinforcement only, 10% off for DWB adopters
GoLightlyTraining.com
North Hollywood, Private training
Specialty services include prepping dogs for a new baby, separation anxiety and reactivity.
$100-$150 per session, with a free in-person consultation
The Polite Pooch Class (at Tailwaggers)
323-301-5001
http://www.hurleysultimatedogs.com
Laura Bourhenne
818 800 4818
www.petdogtrainer.com
private sessions only
Los Angeles and Ventura Counties
Paul Owens
1800 269 3591
www.originaldogwhisperer.com
Studio City, SF Valley, Pasadena, Montrose, and Glendale
J9’s K9s
818 832 9906
www.j9sk9s.com
Sherman Oaks, Canoga Park, and Granada Hills
Dorna Sakurai
310 -266-9418
www.pawsitivefeedback.com
Westside and the Valley
Kim Rinehardt
818 890 1133
www.yourk9educator.com
Westside and the Valley
Dave Dreyfus
310 853 3945
www.everydogschance.com
Separation Anxiety (specialist)
Ardent Dog (get $15 with coupon code dogswithoutborders)
Online Trainer Classes (tricks and more)
Delta Tails
Do more with your dog
Management for Reactive Dogs (6 week course)
Play Way with Dr Amy Cook (reactive dog training and more)
Further reading
- 5 Common Mistakes adopters make when bringing home a new dog
- Treating separation anxiety in dogs eCourse
- There’s no such thing as an “Alpha” wolf / Dominance theory
- Patricia McConnel PhD (world’s best trainer?!)
Why we chose force-free training methods
- https://eileenanddogs.com/blog/2017/08/10/why-prong-collars-hurt/
- https://eileenanddogs.com/prong-collars-appendix/
- https://eileenanddogs.com/fallout-aversives-punishment-negative-reinforcement/
Struggling with training and behavior? Understanding your dog’s body language could be the key.
Doggie Language: A Dog Lover’s Guide to Understanding Your Best Friend
