Training
Training Philosophy
The primary goal of K9s Only is to produce a companion animal that bonds with and respects its guardian and has the ability and desire to please. It is important to us, that through working with you we will be able to better understand canine behavior and how you might effectively communicate with your dog.
This is achieved by recognizing that your dog is a living creature with a brain and has the ability to make his own choices. We influence the dog's behavior in a natural way, allowing him to make right and wrong choices. It is only through making a wrong decision that your dog can learn and better understand what the expected behavior is.
Our first job is to educate your dog. Once your dog understands what a command means and makes a correct choice, he receives love and praise. When he makes a wrong choice, he is guided to what is expected of him. What do we mean by this?
We work with both verbal commands and hand signals so that your dog can make a decision without relying on the leash to guide him. The leash is your backup tool... your reminder when he fails to make the right decision.
It is through positive experiences, given when the dog does as asked, that he learns about good behavior. Although we are not opposed to giving a treat for reward, we do not feel a dog should be bribed to listen to you. Like any relationship in your life, respect is important. Your dog must not only love you, but respect you as well. Remember, he is a pack animal and needs to learn to follow the rules of the leader, or he may try to become the leader of the household himself.
We do not believe in working aggressively with an animal. We believe in discipline, just as you would discipline your child in order to prepare that child to become a caring and respectful adult. You would not hit your child to make your point, nor should you strike your dog. However, you will expect your child to live by certain rules and the same goes for your dog.
Remember, obedience is a tool that can be used to solve any problem, and often times it is something that could save your dog's life.
Evaluations
Get your dog evaluated today so that we can start training today.
Training Request
Sign-up for a training session today. Just visit our Training Request page so you we can begin the process of training your dog.
Contact
Office Hours:
Monday through Friday: 7am to 7pm
Saturday: 8am to 6pm
(Closed Sundays)
Phone Numbers
818.344.WOOF (9663)
818.342.3120 fax
Address
K9s Only
18603 Topham Street
Tarzana CA 91335
Directions
We are located approximately 1/2 mile north of the 101 freeway. Take the Reseda Blvd. exit and travel north (make a right if you are coming from Los Angeles). Travel approximately 1/2 mile to Topham Street (just past Oxnard St. and the Metro Orange Bus Line), turn left.
Our building is on the right hand side of the street. You may park on the street; in the back, behind K9s Only; or across the street in the Orange Line bus parking lot.
