Our Training Philosophy
We believe that humane, force/fear free, evidence-based training methods, enrichment and socialization are key for a happy, healthy and harmonious life for humans and pets.
We believe in prioritizing positive reinforcement training as aligned with the American Veterinary Society for Animal Behavior's most current position statement on humane og training, without the use of fear, force, or aversive methods (such as prong, shock/electric, or choke collars). We believe that pets thrive on enrichment and that mental stimulation is just as important as physical exercise in keeping pets happy and content. Socialization throughout a pet’s life with people and other animals is incredibly important to promote positive relationships and safe interactions within the home and community. These three pieces are key for preventing new and working through any behavioral concerns you may have.
You can read more about training here: AVSAB Position Statement on Humane Training
We’re proud to work with many, highly skilled trainers, facilities, and programs in the community. We do not condone the usage of aversive and punishment-based training methods. Aversive and punishment-based methods are not effective long-term they can cause increased fear, mistrust, negative association, and aggression. Some aversive “tools” include choke, prong, and shock collars. This is just the tip of the iceberg on why we do not allow or condone the use of them on our foster or adopted dogs.
https://vetmed.illinois.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/The-Dangers-of-Training-Collars.pdf
