Ndtf Newsflash

[Herr Rottweiler]

Hi Mel,

ADT do use correction chains as the majority of all the devices used to train dogs, that's true. We also allow our members to use whatever training tool they wish to use, providing they can effectively use it. The same pribciple applies if they cannot use a correction chain correctly, the ADT instructors will show them alternate options and spend time with the member to ensure that they are getting the best and most practical usage from their training tool.

One principle ADT prides itself on is that we don't jump on the trend bandwagon and try and market ourselves with the old motto of, "tell the people what they want to hear". Instead we use a proven method of, "teach them what they need to know". Our style won't satisfy 100% of the people 100% of the time but neither will anyone else's.

I believe that our trainers and members are happy to, 'use what works' which is exactly what all NDTF students are taught. The NDTF recognise that students who do the course are intelligent people that will decide their style to train with if they decide to open a school in the future. If NDTF students come to ADT, they are advised that what they are seeing is the, 'ADT way', just like if they visit another school, whatever method they use is, 'their way'.

One of the things that I do admire of the NDTF principles is that their members can choose from a vast scope of methods in training and still maintain NDTF accreditation.

[Jeff Jones]

Except NDTF does not have "preferred training methods". They teach all: explain, demonstrate and practice in the principals of each and it is up to the graduate to chose which method they wish to adopt/practice in (such as the person you know and refer to).

[haven]

NDTF might not, but ADT certainly have preferred training methods, and since that's where all the NDTF trainers are sent to complete their practical experience, I think that's certainly a consideration.

Wrong. Students of the Certificate III in Dog Behaviour and Training are sent to a number of different training centres that are approved by the NDTF based on a number of requirements, eg, the school in question must allow all breeds, all ages, cover all levels of obedience and socialisation, allow the student to give behavioural advice (after the relevant lectures during the course) etc etc. Currently and in the past, students have trained with Four Paws, Dogs of Vic, Hanrob (sydney) Croydon, Southern Cross, Planet k9, ADT and many many more. Students are encouraged to attend more than one training club and observe many different styles of training, that they may come to understand and be competent in all methods.

Edited because I haven't been able to quote properly since the forum format changed

Edited May 27, 2006 by haven

[yogibear]

i wonder if now that herr is ivolved up at the rotty club whether that would be an acceppted place to do practicals

[Herr Rottweiler]

i wonder if now that herr is ivolved up at the rotty club whether that would be an acceppted place to do practicals

I've spoken with the guys from the NDTF and they're happy for students to participate at the Rotty club ;)

[yogibear]

now that could come in handy