Tamar Geller Explains the Do's and Don'ts of Dog Training in New PETA Video Series
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Release:
October 19, 2011
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Shakira Croce 202-483-7382
Los Angeles — She's helped Charlize Theron, Eva Mendes, Oprah Winfrey, and Jon Stewart build respectful, loving relationships with their canine companions, and now everyone can learn celebrity dog trainer Tamar Geller's successful coaching techniques, thanks to a new six-episode series of PETA videos, which the group will debut starting October 19. In the videos, which will be released one per week for six weeks, Geller teaches viewers about every dog's seven basic needs as well as about common training mistakes that people make, including rushing dogs during their walks, yelling at them, using choke chains, and crating.
"Dogs aren't possessions," says Geller. "They are living, breathing beings with lots of feelings, and they are on this planet for far too short a time. We invite them into our homes and our lives, so it's our responsibility to do our best to make every moment for them as happy and as fulfilled as we can."
Geller has won worldwide acclaim, thanks to her playful, non-aggressive coaching techniques. Her "Loved Dog" method builds a relationship based on games, clear communication, mutual respect, and fun. "Let's forget about obedience and build that amazing friendship with your dog and simply teach him how to be well-mannered," Geller explains. Her new PETA videos steer dog guardians away from common training techniques that actually harm dogs—such as yelling at them, isolating them from much-needed socialization by crating them, and causing pain and risking permanent damage to their necks by using chains and prong collars. Geller even gives viewers tips on how to find a good local trainer.
"Having a dog is one of the most joyful, enlivening experiences you can have," Geller concludes. "They will be your best friend. Be theirs."
For more information and to watch the videos, please visit PETA.org or click here.
