
There are also dog trainers who train dogs for other avenues such as the show ring, flyball, agility, competitive obedience, disk dogs or dock dogs. It is important to note that not all dog trainers teach only basic obedience and manners. Asking for recommendations from friends or family members is an ideal option because they are very likely to provide you with a candid evaluation of the trainer’s abilities, training techniques and professionalism. Or if you have a dog with a specific issue, such as aggressiveness or timidity, you might consider consulting a friend or family member who worked with a dog trainer to help his dog overcome these issues. For example, if you wish to compete in obedience trials with your dog and have a friend or family member who has enjoyed a great deal of success in the obedience ring with his dog, you might want to consider the trainer with which he works. These opinions might be especially when they share the same training goals as you. One of the easiest ways to narrow your search down to a few dog trainers is to ask for recommendations from friends or family members.

The following are a few of the methods a dog owner can use to select a well qualified trainer to assist him in training his dog. While most dog trainers may be very good, there are some factors to consider which include your training goals, the specific needs of your dog as well as the amount of time you can devote to training.

Finding a good dog trainer is not always as easy as it seems.
