Dog Training Policy🦮

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Our training is based on the kindest, most effective, non-punitive methods. We carefully design and structure our training services to be the best they can for dog and owner. We hope you enjoy our services as much as we enjoy facilitating them.

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These policies are written in the interest of safety, responsibility and care for owners and their dogs.

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By training with The Dog Scientist you are deemed to have accepted our Training Policy:

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1. Harsh handling is not permitted. We have a complete ban on choke chains and other coercive or punitive techniques, in accordance with the APDT Code of Practice.

2. Owners are expected to clean up after their dogs when in public places. All dogs must be kept under control and on leash in public areas (off leash only where specifically instructed by your Coach). We are there to help but you are responsible for the conduct of your dog at all times.

3. The Dog Scientist will make every effort to ensure that you and your dog are kept safe whilst training with us. Nevertheless, The Dog Scientist cannot be held liable for any loss or damage of your property, or the loss, injury or death of your dog whilst training.

4. Please let us know if your dog is not in a fit state to train due to illness, disease, injury or for any other reason.

5. All dogs should be wormed and fully protected by vaccination as advised by their vet.

6. If requested, by the behaviourist, that a dog be muzzled and/or that a safety protocol must be put in place, in order to protect their own safety, as well as public safety. This request must be implemented by the owner at all times.

7. The owner/s must follow all advice & training that The Dog Scientist has advised, otherwise this may hamper your dog's progress & results.