LOS ANGELES, CA, Nov. 16, 2022 – In the past few decades, researchers have established time and again that canines learn best through positive reinforcement. Hannah Gillihan, a Certified Dog Trainer at Zoom Room Dog Training, explained to PureWow that positive reinforcement training is central to Zoom Room’s mission. “Using this method, your dog will become excited to train with you and pick up skills much faster…The best fix for pulling, barking or jumping is training- and your dog will work so much better if they are being rewarded for doing something right!”
When it comes to choosing a collar, there are a few things you’ll want to keep in mind. “The most important thing is to make sure the collar is comfortable for your dog,” Gillihan says. “You don’t want it to be so tight that it’s constricting, but it also shouldn’t be so loose that it’s able to slip off.” You’ll also want to consider the material – leather and nylon are both popular options.
Once you’ve got your collar, it’s time to start training. “I like to begin with basic commands like sit, stay and come,” Gillihan says. “These are essential for every dog to know and will help you establish a good foundation for future training.” As you progress, you can start teaching your dog more advanced tricks and behaviors.
No matter what kind of collar you choose or what level of training you’re at, Gillihan says it’s important to be consistent. “If you only work with your dog on commands every once in awhile, they’re not going to learn as quickly,” she says. “But if you make a point to train every day, even for just a few minutes, you’ll see a big difference in their behavior.”
“Positive reinforcement training means rewarding good behaviors to signal your dog which actions they should continue,” says Gillihan. The key is administering rewards immediately after the desired action. Praising your dog in a general sense won’t teach them anything. They need to know exactly which behavior you’re responding to they can associate it with a particular result.
Zoom Room is the perfect place for dogs and their owners to bond and learn together. With an emphasis on socialization, positive reinforcement, human education and the value of interactive learning, Zoom Room helps strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners. They offer a variety of dog training classes, socialization events and retail products, all designed to help responsible pet owners better enjoy their furry friends. They are also the authors of Puppy Training in 7 Easy Steps, the best-selling dog training book of 2020. Zoom Room is committed to giving back to the community and works closely with animal rescue and welfare organizations both locally and nationwide.
For more information about Zoom Room, visit https://zoomroom.com/. For those interested in learning about franchise opportunities: https://zoomroom.com/franchise/.
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ABOUT ZOOM ROOM
Founded in 2007, Zoom Room® is a venture-backed and revolutionary indoor dog training gym with locations across the U.S. With an emphasis on socialization, positive reinforcement, human education and the value of interactive learning, the company aims to strengthen the bond and communication between dogs and their owners. Zoom Room’s key revenue streams include dog training classes, socialization events and retail products. Zoom Room celebrates responsible pet owners who love to socialize with their dogs and embrace positive dog training methods in a fun, friendly environment for working out with your dog. They are the authors of Puppy Training in 7 Easy Steps, the best-selling dog training book of 2020, and Ultimate Puppy Training for Kids. Rooted in the belief that it’s important to give back to the community, Zoom Room works closely with animal rescue and welfare organizations both locally and nationwide. Learn more at https://zoomroom.com/.