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Why Dog Sports?
A bored dog with energy to burn often turns to destructive or disruptive behaviors, and he or she needs a job! (See Why Dog Sports? in our Articles section) With Online Dog Coach, you can learn a fun sport that you and your dog can share.
Using positive reinforcement, we provide training resources for dog agility, freestlyle dog dancing, and other dog sports to responsible, committed, and fun loving pet owners. Our focus is not on fixing existing problem behaviors, but on the basics of being a good pet through the use of sports and activities.
For help with specific behavior issues, check with your local trainer or try one of the following resources:
- Animal Planet’s Good dog U
- Brian Kilcommons’ The Family Dog
Comparison to Other Dog Training Options
| Feature | Personal Class |
Video Purchase |
Online Course |
Online Dog Coach |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Advice from Professionals | YES! | YES! | YES! | YES! |
| Interactive Communication with Trainers | YES! | no | YES! | YES! FORUMS |
| Start at Your Convenience | no | YES! | no | YES! |
| Choose Time You Train | no | YES! | YES! | YES! |
| Socialize with Other Students | YES! | no | no | YES! FORUMS |
| Lesson Plans Available | YES! | no | no | YES! |
| Immediate Feedback from Trainers | YES! | no | no | no |
| Advice on Behavioral Problems | YES! | no | no | no |
| Cost* | $80-200 6-week course |
$15-60 60-minute video |
$7-20 per lesson |
FREE! unlimited courses |
*These prices are estimates and may be subject to change.