Can shock collar dog training be something other than awful?

http://www.TheTruthAboutShockCollars.com explores pairing the use of a remote collar with treats. Is it possible that a shock collar can be used as something other than a tool for punishment?
You be the judge.

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Pets & Animals

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• Shock collar
• remote training collars
• shock collar dog training
• robin macfarlane
• training with a shock collar

[ThatsMyDogInc]

I've changed the title and taken out the ? about +R, perhaps the title change will make this video less offensive to some... perhaps not....but my goal is to get information out on other ways to use the tool, not to create a pissing match with people who are upset by using language to create thought....Happy Thanksgiving to all!

[mebooradley]

I am so completely impressed by your demeanor here on YouTube. The way you handle the sometimes less than kind comments is so professional. When confronted with studies and the trending flavor of the month topics in canine behavior it is a great thing to see you able to refer humbly to your experience as a professional. You are a great example. Thank you! And thank you for having the confidence to share your wisdom when it comes to e-collars. Keep up the great work and the great vids!

[ThatsMyDogInc]

@mebooradley Thank you. I deeply appreciate you taking the time to write those words.

[ThatsMyDogInc]

@jktcz For one, the clicker won't cover any where near the distance that a remote collar can. When the dog is out 50 yards or 200 yards, it is attached to him, also works if he is deaf.

[vegas702bred]

i support these collars. my dog is extremely obedient and knows many commands because of these. i have tried it on myself and it is tolerable. so to say it is animal cruelty is absurd. check out my training video on my page.

[jbfitzwilliam]

I am so grateful you have posted your e-collar training sessions. My Brittany is "usually" obedient, but when he is on a scent, and off leash, he cannot be trusted. All bets are off as he tunes me out and is gone in a flash. I am now starting to train him on the e-collar; he's trained on the i-fence; this is already easy for him to extrapolate. It could save his life. Thank you so much.Your training is kind, intuitive and provides much reward for good behavior. Sorry about undeserved negativity.

[ironclownxx]

@fetterArsch You are a fool and do not understand dogs. A dog that constantly runs toward the road whenever it gets loose shouldn't learn to avoid the road with a shock collar? A dog with a broken pelvis or dead is apparently better than one who gets shocked a few times over the course of a month to learn not to do something. You don't understand anything. You hear "shock" and think OMFG THEY ARE TORTURING IT! My dog used to chase cats and kill them, he doesn't anymore thanks to a shock collar.

[ThatsMyDogInc]

@badtrainersgoaway Agreed, people should do their homework when making a choice of who to work with. I offer 30 minutes of my time for free to anyone who wishes to come visit and discuss. An in person opportunity to see and decide for themselves. There is no obligation and no high pressure. They decide. Re: the comment, you're words were "I do pride myself for getting rid of a bad trainer. if you lived near me - I would do the same to you." I'm told keeping record of such words is a good idea.

[badtrainersgoaway]

@ThatsMyDogInc Every dog owner needs to do their homework when deciding to hire a trainer. Yes,, that is what we do - we hire you to help us train our family pet. If we do not like your methods - we have the right to find a better trainer.... Not quite sure what your comment is trying to insinuate?

[ThatsMyDogInc]

@MsBmm13 Science's purpose is to "prove" or "disprove" theories. It is not uncommon at all to find science that has supported theory/s of the persons who came up with the study. (we can look at how fast "food science" changes for example of that! lol) Therefore it would not be difficult at all to proof fallout from e-training if that is what someone wanted to prove. Using the collar in a way to cause problems can be easily done...no arguement from me on that.

[ThatsMyDogInc]

@MsBmm13 Thank you. I do my best to treat people respectfully. My dad taught me that. :-) Science has not proven that the way that I use this tool causes a fallout. Since I have done it nearly 10 year and many, many dogs in this small community...I just don't believe that there is fallout. The opposite has been the effect. People flock here, even from far away because they have heard what I achieve. (please don't take that as boastful, it is just true) ...more to come but youtube limits space..