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A practical checklist for picking a humane trainer
AVSAB's public handout translates the science into trainer-selection advice owners can actually use: observe a class, avoid physical force, prefer professionals who primarily use rewards.
“Dogs do not need to be physically punished to learn how to behave.”
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How to Choose a Trainer
AVSAB
American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior
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May 30, 2026
Why we included it
Pair this with the humane-training statement as the "Start Here" recommendation for owners.
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