Many trainers have a good understanding of what the training objectives for their dog are. Where they fall short is in having a clear understanding of how to accomplish their objectives with out confusing the dog. When there is training without direction and confusion has resulted, avoidance behaviors will develop. A dog that is only given hard and frequent corrections is going to be confused and will develop unexpected copping or avoidance behaviors. Examples of trainers who have not molded their dogs needs to the point where they are consistent with the handlers training objectives can be frequently found at dog tests, trials, and shows.
All training comes down to proper preparation with repetition.
We compete the way we train. Stimulation with direction leads to the elimination of confusion. 3723 Santillan St .