The Association of Professional Dog Trainers ( APDT ) supports a Least Intrusive , Minimally Aversive ( LIMA ) approach to behavior modification and training .
What is LIMA ?
LIMA requires that trainers and behavior consultants use the “ least intrusive , minimally aversive technique likely to succeed in achieving a training ( or behavior change ) objective with minimal risk of producing aversive side effects .” LIMA also incorporates a competence criterion , requiring that trainers and behavior consultants be adequately trained and skilled in order to ensure that the least instrusive and aversive procedure is in fact used .
To download the complete white paper outlining APDT ’ s position on this issue , go to https :// apdt . com / about / position-statements /
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