Why Brandt K9

Duke, a three-year old Belgian Malinois, and Deano, a six- year old Cane Corso, contentedly lounge on my leather furniture while I clean house.  I allow them to rest on the furniture because the wood floors are hard on their joints. These dogs are my precious pets, but they are not allowed to dominate my home. How can two large breeds, both alpha personalities, enjoy such liberties in a house and not run amok?  It is all in dog training!!!

Everyone knows dogs require training. However, what many people do not know is that there is no ‘one size fits all’ dog training method. Three hundred thirty-nine breeds of dog are recognized internationally. They are grouped into ten categories based upon purpose, function, appearance, or size. Each dog, despite sharing breed characteristics, is unique. This is why one German Shepherd from a litter becomes an excellent police K9, and the sibling of its litter will hide from a burglar in its home and may not be a good fit as a personal protection dog. This understanding of dog temperament is instrumental in a dog trainer’s ability to determine which method of training suits your pet best. 

So before you pick up a clicker, a treat, a corrective collar, or electric collar, have a trainer assess your dog’s temperament. If you already employ a trainer, ask him or her to explain the method of training being used and the reason it is the best fit for your pet. If you are uncertain about the quality of training your pet received, contact us at Brandt K9. We would love to meet you and your adorable dog.  We service all Northeast Ohio, including Orange, Solon and Beachwood.