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Dog Training is a mutually diverse

It starts with love.

deep conversation.

Listen like a friend.

Take action like an understanding parent.

 

Love

With dogs, it's a friendship, a partnership, a connection with nature.
 

Get in-tune.

Be forgiving.

Feel compassion.

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Peace

Choose techniques that promote calm behavior. Resolve conflict thoughtfully.

 

Be patient.

Feel relaxed.

Think of options.

 

Respect

Verify your dog's needs are met before training.

 

Social needs.

Physical needs.

Emotional needs.

 

Understanding

Focus on listening to your dog and think about how to react.

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Speak clearly.

Observe without judgment.

Resolve misunderstandings.

 

Trust

Help your dog feel secure enough to do what you ask.

 

Make achievable requests.

Be trusting, no tricking dogs.

Ensure surroundings are safe.

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Happiness

It's what dogs want and it's what we want.

 

Choose to be happy.

Refuse to cause fear.

Acknowledge joyful tail wag.

 

We follow science, that brings happiness.

Brainy Dog follows

L.I.M.A. guidelines

Least

Intrusive

Minimally

Aversive

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Learn more about L.I.M.A.

https://iaabc.org/lima/

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Hierarchy of Procedures for Humane and Effective Practice

https://iaabc.org/en/humane-hierarchy

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