Training Methods

Reward based training is a kind and effective approach in dog training. We have paired this reward based approach with clicker training.

The elements of Positive Reinforcement and Negative Punishment in clicker training make it the most effective tool when it comes to teaching dogs performing certain behaviour. By rewarding the correct response, the dogs are motivated to perform the behaviour repeatedly and training is made pleasant for both the owner/handler and dog. Dogs actually enjoy their training when they understand what you expect from them. Obedience training is fun and not something they will dread. People will be impressed with the wonderful rapport you have with your dog. The most important thing is to have fun with your canine pal!

About Me

Robin Chiang DipCABT, MAPDT 01004 - Advanced Diploma in Practical Aspects of Companion Animal Behaviour & Training - COAPE (Centre of Applied Pet Ethology)

Being the only child in the family, I constantly seek companionship in the pets i grew up with. The day came when i brought my first dog home. It was a rescue pomeranian cross, Rocky. Life was never the same again, how can i ever not live with a canine pal, i wonder till this day. Soon, i house a Maltese, a Sheltie and a Pekingnese. To be honest, i was quite lucky i did not have much problems with them even with the lack of canine knowledge.

Not long after, i met this English Springer Spaniel puppy who's owner left her in the shelter as she could not cope with her together with her young toddler. Holly wasn't easy to train and it was her that inspired me to OPEN UP her brains to see what is wrong with her. Soon, i started to accumulate courses and diploma to learn more about dogs and their behaviour. I am now a qualified animal behaviour councellor and i am a Kennel Club approved Good Citizen Dog Scheme Examiner (Bronze). I frequently help out staff from the local shelters and owners that rehome the dogs.

To cut the story short, we now compete in Competitive Obedience with with my other Border Collie, Coco. Holly and I will be joining the South West Team in the Inter Regional Competitive Obedience at CRUFT 2008.

Dog Behaviour Problems

Some of the problems i come across during consultation includes:

• Resource Guarding
• Digging the Garden
• Aggressive to other Dogs/People
• Chasing
• Pulling on the Lead
• Chewing Furniture
• House Soiling
• Eating its own Stool
• Mounting Dogs/People
• Submissive/Excited Urination
• Jumping Up
• Travel Sickness
• Anxiety/Destructive/Vocalising when left alone
• Excessive Barking/Vocalising
• Stealing Food
• Fears/Phobias/Anxieties
• Obsessive/Complusive Behaviours
• Difficult to Control
• etc. etc.

The modification program will be tailored to meet both you and your dog's needs.

Affliliate of COAPE

MAPDT 01004