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Has anyone used the monks of new skete

Posted : 10/16/2012 9:27:30 PM

I was wondering if any of had used the monks of new skete as a training aid, I found a three disk training video and was wondering how well the flow was in training your dog or puppy. Thanks for your input.

oranges81

Posted : 10/16/2012 9:31:51 PM

I've read it and own their books. I like some of what they say and not others. Basically I do what I do with all training books and DVD's. Take what I like and what works, and try and put a positive method on the negative.. EI: Spray bottle with vinegar for barking, teach the dog quiet instead..

rufftie

Posted : 10/17/2012 5:34:57 AM

depends on whether you are refering to the old or new version of their training. the older version uses more negative training. the monks have changed and now train using more positive methods and discourage using their old methods.

Freedom

Posted : 10/17/2012 1:36:45 PM

rufftie
depends on whether you are refering to the old or new version of their training. the older version uses more negative training. the monks have changed and now train using more positive methods and discourage using their old methods.

I did not know they had UPDATED! I was going to say that is very old school from about the 1980's or so, and uses negative reinforcement.

If you have something recent, that would be interesting to hear about!

JackieG

Posted : 10/17/2012 3:24:54 PM

I'd recommend Dr. Sophia Yin's book "Perfect Puppy in Seven Days". Yes, I know it sounds unlikely and just marketing hype but her methods are based on sound principles and she's a great writer.

gibby411

Posted : 10/21/2012 7:38:29 AM

It's the new version it's a 3 series system from 2005..... raising your dog the new skeete way, in the beginning, and obedience. I'm going to start it today since its finally nice outside. We can go out and practice.