25/02/2022
Do aggressive dogs need a firmer hand? Outdated methods of dog training teach that saying “no!” and physically correcting a dog will teach him not to misbehave. But science tells us that trying to suppress behavior with punishment can be risky. Many dogs escalate in response to punishment, creating risk for the owner and the original target of the behavior. Collar corrections can also cause permanent physical damage to dogs.
Aggressive behaviors can be successfully addressed with the least intrusive, minimally aversive principles of training. Aggressive behavior can be modified by introducing triggers for aggression slowly and rewarding appropriate behavior. If your dog is struggling with aggression, be sure to choose a qualified instructor who understands the science of aggression and follows LIMA principles.
How can you find a qualified trainer? Recently, the Chilean government has published the official dog trainer’s profile and competences to assure safety and a high professional standard. The IAABC supports this public policy, our local members and leadership have actively been part of the development of this profile.
The IAABC’s own, rigorous and independent accreditation is available to all Spanish-speaking dog trainers since 2019.The IAABC invites all dog owners and dog trainers to read the Dog Training Handbook especially written for those affected by the Chilean Dangerous Dog Law https://m.iaabc.org/espanol/recursos/dog-trainers-handbook.
https://m.iaabc.org/about/lima
