tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post4849138588846506550..comments2024-03-28T03:09:22.986-04:00Comments on Dawg Business: It's Your Dog's Health!: Has Your Dog's Physical Therapist Taken Dog Training Classes?DawgBloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-25263126259677866162016-08-09T16:08:47.258-04:002016-08-09T16:08:47.258-04:00I'm glad to see you don't put the emphasis...I'm glad to see you don't put the emphasis on required training. Credentials are so overrated in some cases. I'm not talking about required licenses, etc. but those extras. When it comes to animals, some people just have it and some don't. Glad Cookie at least likes one of her therapists!Ava at Savvy Pet Carehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07906132152532565273noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-17551765268400395352016-08-08T10:53:26.755-04:002016-08-08T10:53:26.755-04:00So you have the same experience. It's interest...So you have the same experience. It's interesting, isn't it? I agree that chemistry or overall energy is involved too, but I do think that anybody can learn how to motivate a dog if they try.<br />DawgBloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-55976559733866963782016-08-08T09:48:37.595-04:002016-08-08T09:48:37.595-04:00I think understanding reward based training and th...I think understanding reward based training and then your dog would definitely be helpful. I am sure part of it is chemistry and style just as with humans. I have done a lot of physio and some therapists I like and get motivated to work for, others it is an unpleasant chore even though they may be nice and knowledgeable.Talent Houndshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17913413443719309658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-80038430718658276942016-08-08T09:29:40.755-04:002016-08-08T09:29:40.755-04:00Never assume about anything. That said, this is no...Never assume about anything. That said, this is not likely to be listed anywhere. One just has to try and see, I imagine. From what I learned, being able to expect some higher degree of dog training/handling education is not likely. So one needs to go with somebody who is a natural at it.DawgBloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-75144539377614910352016-08-08T09:27:36.252-04:002016-08-08T09:27:36.252-04:00It was really interesting to observe. I bet someti...It was really interesting to observe. I bet sometimes the blame falls onto the dog - they don't like/want to cooperate. But this was the same dog. So, obviously, the issue lies elsewhere.DawgBloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-30351306827693932962016-08-08T09:26:27.793-04:002016-08-08T09:26:27.793-04:00Yes, same applies to groomers and other pet profes...Yes, same applies to groomers and other pet professionals. I don't care how you learned but you need to be able to effectively communicate with the dog.DawgBloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-58677919466088727382016-08-08T09:25:17.384-04:002016-08-08T09:25:17.384-04:00PT provides tremendous benefit. All the PTs we wor...PT provides tremendous benefit. All the PTs we worked with have knowledge of the subject but, clearly, some are better than others getting a dog do the work.DawgBloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-46178505838557166052016-08-08T09:24:15.684-04:002016-08-08T09:24:15.684-04:00All the PTs we've worked with were great and c...All the PTs we've worked with were great and caring and Cookie loved them. But when it comes to more advanced exercises, knowing the body isn't enough; they need to know how to motivate the dog to do all that stuff.DawgBloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-31582132963410742962016-08-08T01:08:33.140-04:002016-08-08T01:08:33.140-04:00I am very thankful for the people who have taken t...I am very thankful for the people who have taken the time to learn the art and science of physical therapy for pets. My pets have not used a physical therapist, but I know some pets that have benefited from these services. They do an amazing job. I think that testing and certification is necessary for physical therapists for pets so that you know what you are getting when you sign up for their Robinhttp://www.playfulkitty.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-50913639472978845352016-08-07T23:48:53.968-04:002016-08-07T23:48:53.968-04:00Great info. One should always do their research a...Great info. One should always do their research and not just assume huh?Kiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16053004707102055753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-24337461528003230412016-08-07T23:10:18.066-04:002016-08-07T23:10:18.066-04:00Something to definitely consider for PT for dogs.Something to definitely consider for PT for dogs.Sweet Purrfectionshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06186515275952115797noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-5303650554727402052016-08-07T22:34:49.303-04:002016-08-07T22:34:49.303-04:00That is a really good point - and an important one...That is a really good point - and an important one. Very interesting read. Sadiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11108553445838698988noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-54688265441973100622016-08-07T20:31:07.787-04:002016-08-07T20:31:07.787-04:00This is a really interesting idea. My first react...This is a really interesting idea. My first reaction was not necessarily, but I think it wouldn't hurt. I like the idea of a test and then education if necessary. It isn't the same thing, but I always try to get a certain dog groomer for my dogs because I know they are better behaved based on the way she interacts with them. Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15205686314550519586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-46095208504304567592016-08-07T19:00:55.706-04:002016-08-07T19:00:55.706-04:00Dexter did go for PT a few times and we did our re...Dexter did go for PT a few times and we did our research to be sure to pick the right one. It can benefit if done properly. FidoseofRealityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14411371128158560753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-89002346499999854802016-08-07T18:28:25.079-04:002016-08-07T18:28:25.079-04:00This is an interesting subject! We're glad Coo...This is an interesting subject! We're glad Cookie has a great PT. Lola The Rescued Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16469508026355552617noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-47184573838302625892016-08-07T18:27:12.969-04:002016-08-07T18:27:12.969-04:00Yes, it would. Bless those who have it in their bl...Yes, it would. Bless those who have it in their blood. And hopefully the rest considers some formal education on the subject.DawgBloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-5652255154455336512016-08-07T18:01:14.023-04:002016-08-07T18:01:14.023-04:00Some people I think are natural cat people, or dog...Some people I think are natural cat people, or dog people, this would be a great boost to any formal training they undertook wouldn't it? Dash Kitten Crewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14891216022133700854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-78959207853194880462016-08-06T17:58:36.670-04:002016-08-06T17:58:36.670-04:00I would expect some education for a PT but you'...I would expect some education for a PT but you're right, it has something to do with the individual and how dogs respond to them.M. K. Clintonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14156362331542072877noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-17846965107098392972016-08-06T17:01:19.112-04:002016-08-06T17:01:19.112-04:00THank goodness have not needed one but great info....THank goodness have not needed one but great info. I agree with Tenacious Terrier I would not use a collar, harness only LaylasWoofhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15727139614883199634noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-36872761816556212112016-08-06T16:03:39.924-04:002016-08-06T16:03:39.924-04:00They mostly are. But the question is, whether '...They mostly are. But the question is, whether 'dog handling' is officially considered part of their job. They do need to be able to do that but that doesn't mean it's recognized as such.DawgBloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-32992574235388736392016-08-06T14:51:11.023-04:002016-08-06T14:51:11.023-04:00I would hope that people would be trained in what ...I would hope that people would be trained in what their job is, but I guess you can never be sure. Great article. Thanks for sharing!Rosa Doodlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06149752614432930415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-15944578787440478662016-08-06T09:08:34.374-04:002016-08-06T09:08:34.374-04:00Ah, the assumption trap! :-) As I illustrated with...Ah, the assumption trap! :-) As I illustrated with an example from hubby's field, we don't feel training needs to be mandatory. Being able to demonstrate the skill is what matters; whether the skill is natural, life experience, or result of training.DawgBloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-59709676863727741322016-08-06T09:03:33.974-04:002016-08-06T09:03:33.974-04:00Wow, I would just assume they would be required to...Wow, I would just assume they would be required to take training classes before working with dogs. Ruby has never required physical therapy, but will definitely check credentials if/when she ever does need it.The Daily Pip https://www.blogger.com/profile/17071013559078816245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-20318222391997348232016-08-05T21:13:29.591-04:002016-08-05T21:13:29.591-04:00Surely isn't. If nothing else it's not get...Surely isn't. If nothing else it's not getting the job done. DawgBloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3030368038490158017.post-30024208445836399062016-08-05T21:12:41.471-04:002016-08-05T21:12:41.471-04:00Seeing only one we could have thought Cookie just ...Seeing only one we could have thought Cookie just doesn't like to cooperate. Seeing more than one we see the difference. DawgBloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03549947489170037163noreply@blogger.com