Force Free Training
At CBS, we prioritise force-free, fear-free, ethical dog training methods. Our scientifically-supported, reward-based training techniques are designed to be safe and effective for dogs by reinforcing correct behaviours rather than punishing incorrect ones. This type of training is suitable for all members of the community, making it ideal for families of all ages and abilities.
We believe in promoting positive reinforcement and compassionate training to create a stronger relationship between dogs and their people. While we encourage all family members to participate in classes, please note that some restrictions apply.
Highly Advocated
Force-free training is advocated by the RSPCA, the Australian Veterinary Association, the Pet Professional Guild Australia, the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (Australia) and a multitude of international animal behaviour organisations including the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior, Pet Industry Advocacy International and the Pet Professional Guild (International).
Canine Behavioural School Inc is on the RSPCA SA force-free trainers list.
Force Free Training
At CBS, we prioritise force-free, fear-free, ethical dog training methods. Our scientifically-supported, reward-based training techniques are designed to be safe and effective for dogs by reinforcing correct behaviours rather than punishing incorrect ones. This type of training is suitable for all members of the community, making it ideal for families of all ages and abilities.
We believe in promoting positive reinforcement and compassionate training to create a stronger relationship between dogs and their people. While we encourage all family members to participate in classes, please note that some restrictions apply.
Highly Advocated
Canine Behavioural School Inc is on the RSPCA SA force-free trainers list.
Force Free Training is
“…rewarding the behaviours you want rather than punishing the ones you do not want. It is encouraging the dog to get it right as opposed to punishing him every time he gets it wrong. It is helping him to understand what is required of him, and then reinforcing that behaviour so that he is happy to repeat it. It is not punishing him for getting it wrong and making him worried about doing it wrong again.” (Husein 2006).
Industry Advocacy
Canine Behavioural School and its volunteers are passionate about industry advocacy, and support the view that the pet industry worldwide needs increased regulation, oversight, and adherence to policies, procedures and best practices.
CBS is a member of Pet Industry Advocacy International (PIAI), which aims to professionalise the pet industry through ethics, consumer protection and professional competency.
Code of Conduct
Our Code of Conduct, Business Practices, Operational Practices and Ethics Review Processes can be found here:
Industry Advocacy
Canine Behavioural School and its volunteers are passionate about industry advocacy, and support the view that the pet industry worldwide needs increased regulation, oversight, and adherence to policies, procedures and best practices.
CBS is a member of Pet Industry Advocacy International (PIAI), which aims to professionalise the pet industry through ethics, consumer protection and professional competency.
Canine Behavioural School and its volunteers are passionate about industry advocacy, and support the view that the pet industry worldwide needs increased regulation, oversight, and adherence to policies, procedures and best practices.
CBS is a member of Pet Industry Advocacy International (PIAI), which aims to professionalise the pet industry through ethics, consumer protection and professional competency.
Code of Conduct
Our Code of Conduct, Business Practices, Operational Practices and Ethics Review Processes can be found here:
