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Originally Posted by MannyC
I definately am no expert in training dogs, but I am open to suggestions and do want to become a better owner. Just curious, but are you opposed to the shock collar because you see it as cruel or because of inaffectivness?
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MannyC-
Good for you in being open. I am opposed to the shock collar because I believe there is a better way to train the dog. I have a hyper Shepard/Boxer mix who I have taken to training. In that training we talked about various methods of training and positive reinforcement always seems to be the best. I believe the use of a shock collar, while it can be effective, its negative reinforcement.
In the case of your pits I believe there is a better way to train them than the use of the collar, what this is I dont know so that is why I am on the side of seeing a good trainer.
Cheers
K