Alfie02 Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 Hi everyone ;) Some of you may remember me posting about my maltese cross dog Teddy a while ago after his biting incident. For those who dont know, in short, I have a maltese cross who is 11 years old and human aggressive and dog aggressive. Its taken me a while to actually choose just two trainers I like and now I have saved up enough money to visit one . We have taken him to the vets and had him checked out, he got the all clear, and now we need to find a trainer. I have had many great recomendations from the DOL community, and now I have narrowed it down to two. So I have heard the great stories about K9 Pro which is one of my choices, and know I need to know if anyone has used 'All about the dog' training in Sydney. I am loving this trainer as he has toured with Cesar Millan, which means alot to me as Cesar Millan is one of my idols. So if you have any knowledge of this training facility could you let me know? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huski Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 (edited) They sound like a boarding/training facility? Sooooooo not my cup of tea. I'm not really a Cesar fan myself. ETA: Their 'security alert' training sounds a bit suss. Edited February 19, 2011 by huski Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alfie02 Posted February 19, 2011 Author Share Posted February 19, 2011 Thanks for the relpy Huski . Its really helpful to get educated opinions on the trainers as Im not too sure how to pick out the best one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huski Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 It is tricky for sure. I can't comment from a personal experience perspective on All About the Dog training as I've never used them, but I do train with K9 Pro, and there's no one else I'd go to for a behaviourial consult if I lived in Sydney. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alfie02 Posted February 19, 2011 Author Share Posted February 19, 2011 Yes I have heard great things about K9 Pro, except I dont live in Sydney so will have to travel. I just need to be sure that I choose the right trainer as we have had various trainers and they have either given up, or not provided us with adequate training methods. I am at my wits end.....Ted started a fight today amongst two dogs he is friends with ;) . I just want a dog that I can actually take places with me and not have to deal with his horrible behaviour which we have been trying for years to correct but to no avail . Sorry, winge over Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huski Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 Have you called and spoken to the trainers you are considering? Actually talking to them to see if you have a good rapport and if they answer your questions in a way that you are comfortable with, can help make the decision as to which one to choose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alfie02 Posted February 19, 2011 Author Share Posted February 19, 2011 I have only spoken to the All about dog people over email, and have not yet spoken to K9 Pro. But that is a good idea, I will do that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starkehre Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 I too can recommend K9 Pro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 Perhaps you should actually SPEAK with the trainers in whom you are interested ? Anyone can say things via email .. but a real conversation will give both parties much more information..and ,as said, you can more easily tell if you "click" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Rusty Bucket Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 k9 pro have some good stuff on how you should pick a trainer. Steve from K9 pro will also recommend someone he trusts who may be closer to you. The all dogs people - I've looked at their website and it rings alarm bells for me - I'd avoid that one. However I've seen Steve work with a DA dog and was very impressed with his skill, timing and gentleness. The equipment was a tad scary to look at (prong collar) but he taught the dog what to do to relieve pressure - ie move closer to Steve, before he exposed the dog to any other dog. And then he taught the owner how to work and help her own dog. Was amazing and very encouraging that this dog could be helped so easily and relatively quickly, although a long term solution would take longer ie having the dog safe in all situations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Fox Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 Have you called and spoken to the trainers you are considering? Actually talking to them to see if you have a good rapport and if they answer your questions in a way that you are comfortable with, can help make the decision as to which one to choose. Yeah call Steve, he'll talk your ear off I'd recommend K9 Pro too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvsdogs Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 http://www.petsinthecity.net.au/dr-kersti-...aviour-services I've heard she's the best there is in Australia. She is expensive, but well worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huski Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 Have you called and spoken to the trainers you are considering? Actually talking to them to see if you have a good rapport and if they answer your questions in a way that you are comfortable with, can help make the decision as to which one to choose. Yeah call Steve, he'll talk your ear off ;) That doesn't sound like him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlefan Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 I just want a dog that I can actually take places with me and not have to deal with his horrible behaviour which we have been trying for years to correct but to no avail . Sorry, winge over I tend to wonder how realistic that aim is. You may be able to learn to manage his behaviour but perhaps only in limited environments. If you know he's a handful and he doesn't enjoy the company of other dogs, why don't you leave him at home? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwynwen Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 http://www.petsinthecity.net.au/dr-kersti-...aviour-servicesI've heard she's the best there is in Australia. She is expensive, but well worth it. I've had consults with both K9-pro and Kersti and I'd lean towards Steve for this dog. We did not have a bad experience with Kersti by any means, just Steve's approach clicked for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancinbcs Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 http://www.petsinthecity.net.au/dr-kersti-...aviour-servicesI've heard she's the best there is in Australia. She is expensive, but well worth it. I am not at all impressed with anything she has ever done for the people I know that have tried her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alfie02 Posted February 20, 2011 Author Share Posted February 20, 2011 Thanks for all the info everyone, so the go seems to be K9 pro, or at least ring and have a talk. I have sent them an email and will ring when they get back to me with a time that is good for them. Poodlefan, we often do leave him at home but we need to take him out sometimes, like to the vets and for a daily walk. He really enjoys being with us so I want to make going places less stressful for him so that he can spend more time with us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancinbcs Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 Alfie02, where abouts in NSW are you ? There are quite a few good trainers scattered around the state that just don't have as high a profile. Some don't advertise at all and just work by word of mouth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlefan Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 Thanks for all the info everyone, so the go seems to be K9 pro, or at least ring and have a talk. I have sent them an email and will ring when they get back to me with a time that is good for them.Poodlefan, we often do leave him at home but we need to take him out sometimes, like to the vets and for a daily walk. He really enjoys being with us so I want to make going places less stressful for him so that he can spend more time with us. I understand that. But every time you put him in a situation where he aggresses, you reinforce the behaviour. He can be walked without being allowed close enough to people to bite them and kept away from your friend's dogs so he can't start fights. Its not fun having an aggressive dog but you can prevent a lot of his behaviour with sensible preventative management. Go see K9Pro - he's who I'd recommend for anyone having dog aggression issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alfie02 Posted February 20, 2011 Author Share Posted February 20, 2011 dancinbcs, im in Newcastle Poodlefan, I totally agree. We walk our dogs at time of the day when others dont walk as much, we never go to places where there are lots of people or dogs, like parks and beaches, as we dont want to risk these things. The dog fight he started was completly my fault as our other dog had a play mate over and we seperated Teddy so he couldnt get to them and placed a muzzle on him, but he still managed to start a fight. There is no excuse, we will have no more play dates at our house. Have contacted K9 pro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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