Training Philosophy

Over 10 years ago, I decided the path I would follow in my pursuit of a happy working German Shepherd Dog and ultimately in my own joy when working with my dogs. I’ve found a training philosophy that works for me. It’s not magic; there are no tricks, no short cuts. The foundation consists of fostering and nurturing a relationship of confidence and trust. Every dog is an individual and the training must be geared to the temperament of that individual. I concentrate on expanding my dogs drives, so that I have tools to work with to reach my final goal. I make myself the center of my dog’s life. I provide the fun and meet his basic needs. I go through the trouble to find out what a dog likes and then I use it to establish and maintain enthusiasm. Next, I shape behaviors through approximation. I set limits early on, and am consistent in my expectations. So many of our dogs are born with magnificent spirits. It is up to us to maintain that spirit throughout a lifetime, and to ensure that our breed continues to be a working animal with an incorruptible character, fearless and self-confident, with structure to compliment the mind.

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