Park visits show a surge in silent command training for pets

More owners are teaching pets to respond without words.

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It makes a lot of sense for crowded places where your voice gets lost. Training with hand signals can really help a dog focus when there are lots of other sounds and people around. My neighbor's collie responds better to a quick hand motion than a shouted command when squirrels are involved. Have you tried any silent methods with your own pet?

oliver_lee9311d ago

Used to think voice was key, but @lucassmith's squirrel example made me try hand signals with my dog.

brown.ben8d ago

At the downtown farmers market, I watch dog owners use silent signals all the time. It's not just for pets, I use similar hand motions with my nephew in crowded stores. He focuses better when I point or wave instead of yelling over the noise. These silent signs work well in any loud or busy place.