Behavior & Training | Lab Rescue LRCP

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BEHAVIOR & TRAINING

What is Positive Training and Why Is It Important?

Labs, like all dogs (and humans, too), respond best to positive training and we encourage all applicants to use that as a screening mechanism in evaluating possible classes and instructors. Praise good behavior and feed tasty treats and 99.99% of Labs will do anything you want! Negative corrections and punishment are not effective and not appropriate choices.

More information:
https://yourdogsfriend.org/dog-training

A list of positive dog trainers in the MD/Northern VA area:
http://yourdogsfriend.org/we-recommend/positive-trainers

If you would like to receive additional trainer recommendations, including those outside of the greater-DC area, please inquire with your Adoption Coordinator.

Helpful Reference Websites

GENERAL
https://petprofessionalguild.com/forcefreetrainingvideos – videos on training as well as correcting behavioral issues, by topic
https://yourdogsfriend.org/help – a range of solutions to common behavior problems, by topic
www.sfspca.org/behavior-training/dog-behavior-resources – easy-to-read articles on different behavior issues, by topic
www.ddfl.org/resources-publications/pet-behavior-handouts – lots of valuable handouts
www.fearfuldogs.com – a resource for owners of fearful dogs

DOG-DOG RELATIONSHIPS
https://www.reachoutrescue.org/info/display?PageID=9829 – dog introductions
www.borntoleadk9.com/dog-training-articles/sibling-rivalry.html – more strategies for helping furry siblings live in peace
www.thesprucepets.com/introducing-dogs-and-puppies-2805078 – introducing older dog to new puppy

DOG-CHILD SUCCESS
www.familypaws.com/resources – for new and growing families
www.livingwithkidsanddogs.com – child safety tips
www.yourdogsfriend.org/life-with-dogs/children-dogs – child safety tips
www.thefamilydog.com/stop-the-77 – bite prevention tips

Reference Books for Common Challenges

The following books have proven to be valuable resources:

GENERAL

Love Has No Age Limit: Welcoming an Adopted Dog into Your Home, by Patricia McConnell
Second Hand Dog, How to Turn Yours into a First Rate Pet, by Carol Lea Benjamin
The Loved Dog: The Playful, Nonaggressive Way to Teach Your Dog Good Behavior, by Tamar Geller
Leader of the Pack, by Patricia McConnell
Your Labrador Retriever Puppy Month by Month, by Terry Albert and Debra Eldredge DVM

SPECIALIZED

The Cautious Canine: How to Help Dogs Conquer Their Fears, by Patricia McConnell
A Guide to Living with and Training a Fearful Dog, by Debbie Jacobs
Feisty Fido: Help for the Leash-Reactive Dog, by Patricia McConnell and Karen London
I'll Be Home Soon! How to Prevent and Treat Separation Anxiety, by Patricia McConnell
Don't Leave Me! Step-by-Step Help for Your Dog's Separation Anxiety, by Nicole Wilde
Living With Blind Dogs, by Caroline Levin

Have more questions about behavior & training?

Ask your Adoption Coordinator!

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