Not so long ago in training adhere to an authoritarian parenting style by using punishment as a measure to “fix” the dog. I want to believe that such an approach in the past. Today more and more supporters among the so-called motivational training. But do not forget that although training methods have changed over time, the structure and principles of functioning of a dog’s psyche is always the same.
To train a dog – all the same what to learn to talk with a man from another country. Both need to learn to understand the language of each other. We have three ways in which we can communicate, body language, voice and touch.
Body language in the animal world the most important way of communication. The dog is very closely watching the movements of the master therefore, when you give a voice command, watch what visual signals you send your dog. For example, the command “wait”, do not look her in the eye, try to freeze as much as possible that the dog has no reason to be, close to you. Conversely, when you want to call the dog, complete the command excitatory gestures, take a few extra steps back and you like pull the dog up to him more.
OKD – domestic system of dog training developed by the father of Russian service dog, Vsevolod Vasilyevich Yazykov of nearly 100 years ago. After the civil war it was decided to mass recruitment of dogs for the army, created a group of dogs, sappers and saboteurs (destruction of enemy military equipment). Languages have developed educational and disciplinary cycle (specialists) for training service dogs, which subsequently became the BAS system. It is remarkable that for so many decades, the curriculum has not changed. Continue reading
All kids love animals or sooner or later begin to beg their parents to a kitten, puppy or Guinea pig. But many adults see in the pet more problems than joy. So whether or not to get four-legged friend? We will try to list the pros and cons.
The role of animals in child development
Pet brings not only joy, but also has an impact on child development. If parents ask the child to care for animals, it teaches him to be organized and disciplined. Although the main advantage of pet is that it becomes a true friend, whom the child perceives as a companion and share with him their thoughts. Therefore, psychologists recommend to have a pet in families where the parents can’t spend much time with the child.
Communicating with your four-legged friend, kid constantly experiencing positive emotions. He learns to care for the animal and the environment in General. He realizes that there are beings weaker than him that need careful treatment and protection. In the end, it develops kindness, sense of beauty, and even social communication skills.
Duties of the child
Many parents agree to take in your pet house only on the condition that the child will take on the burden of worries about it. What really sposobnye in this case? If the kid is only 3-4 years, do not count on much help from his side. Continue reading