Questions to ask an instructor: Once you get an opportunity to speak with a pet instructor, the following are questions that you should ask:

"What are your teaching credentials?" -- Some instructors are certified by the National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors, and some may be members of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. Others may have attended classes at the National K-9 Dog Training School, have attended seminars on dog behavior and training methods, competed in obedience trials, or may have achieved many titles on their dogs. Nevertheless, proficiency in training for obedience titles does not always equate to an ability to help pet owners teach their pets.

"How do you teach the dog to sit or to lie down?" -- The answer given by the prospective instructor should only comprise techniques and methods that guide the dog into position with positive reinforcement, instead of forcing him to sit by or to lie down. Schedule an obedience session with one of our dog trainers today.

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