There are virtually as many approaches to training a dog as there are dogs to train! It seems as if every day new systems and techniques are announced or older methods are resurrected.

There are several approaches to dog training however the most effective techniques utilized today use positive reinforcement to create the best results. Virtually every functional dog training system is as a result of reward for positive behavior.

Guide dogs are appreciated for their valuable contribution to society but few realise the severity of training that they go through in their early years.