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Each and every situation is a teaching moment. Why i don’t use “NO”
There is much debate about using the word "NO" in training and education. Here is my take on this! Scenario...
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Is Your Trainee a Prisoner?
An excerpt from Training Big for Small Businesses by Niki Tudge To be thorough about our training program needs...
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You Are The Core Product – Market Wisely!
by Niki Tudge There are no magic bullets in marketing. If I say this once per week I say it...
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No More Harmful Punishment in Pet Care & Training –
Niki Tudge Ziv (2017) notes that there is “no evidence to suggest that aversive training methods are more effective than...
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Open Letter to Hillsborough County Commissioners, FL ref Choosing a Dog Trainer
There are numerous professional organizations that offer membership and credentials in the field of animal training and behavior. Few, however,...
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A Doggone Safe Educational Resource – Kids Play Date Checklist
A Doggone Safe Educational Resource Play Date Checklist When a child wants to go to at a friend's house, a...
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Basic Facts about Heartworms and Prevention
By Niki Tudge Many pet owners are unaware of the significant affect heartworms can have on their pet’s health. Heartworms...
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An Open Letter to Pet Industry Representatives Regarding the Use of Shock in Animal Training
Pet Training, Management and Care: We Now Know Enough to Stop Shocking our Pets Copyright Pet Professional Guild Written by Niki...
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The Use of Shock in Animal Training
Position Statement on The Use of Shock In Animal Training Click here to download a PDF version of this document ...
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What is the difference between escape and avoidance behavior?
Copyright Niki Tudge 2009 Escape & Avoidance Behavior First what is positive and negative reinforcement ? Positive reinforcement is defined as...
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A CHECKLIST – A few strategies for hiring the best!
by Niki Tudge Focus on hiring only the best. Make sure you have a written job description. Don’t limit your...
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The Effects of Using Aversive Training Methods in Dogs – A Review by Dr. Gal Ziv
By Niki Tudge As a professional in the pet industry and one who is heavily invested in the promotion of...
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Forge Positive Relationships With Clients,Employees and Colleagues – Learn Conflict Resolution Skills!
by Niki Tudge Why is it that so many people have a negative conditioned emotional response to the word...
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Scientific and Research Data That Show The Harm That Shock Collars Can Do Behaviorally
Since its inception in 2012, PPG’s position has been that “the use of electronic stimulation, or ‘shock’ or ‘e-collars’ to...
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Let’s All Be Dopamine Trainers
by Niki Tudge Be A Dopamine Trainer When you train using Positive Reinforcement the brain is flooded with Dopamine, a...
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Why Does My Dog Bark & How Can I Manage/Prevent It
Dogs use barking to communicate. If you listen to your dog’s bark you will note that he uses different kind...
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An Open Letter To Veterinarians on Referrals To Training and Behavior Professionals
Written by Niki Tudge Dear Veterinarian, There are numerous professional organizations that offer membership and credentials in the field...
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The Tragedy and Stupidity of BSL!
It is very sad what is happening in Canada with BSL. Don't sit back as a dog...
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How to Effectively Teach a Hand Target
How to Effectively Teach a Hand Target The ‘Foundation’ Game Hand feeding your dog is an excellent way...
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Please Don’t Switch Off Your Dog’s Growl!
When a dog growls it is its way of communicating that it is uncomfortable, afraid or stressed. Dogs have a...
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