into small spaces, and their light weight allows them to walk on areas of ceiling which would be dangerous to anything heavier. In fact, although unusual, termite detection dogs are much more reliable at detecting termites than humans who rely on a basic system of tapping and listening. Because of their ability to learn signals by sight and for their energetic and athletic natures, German Shepherds are able to be trained for work alongside search and rescue teams and human apprehension teams. Individualized or class training Individualized or one-to-one training is helpful for the trainer to focus on an individual dog's abilities and needs, as well as address a specific owner's preferences and circumstance. Any behaviour problems are best addressed by a dog behaviourist. Class training can be effective in encouraging socialization and play with a peer group. Classes are often offered at a more affordable rate and can cover both problem behaviors and teach new skills. Classes can range from puppy and beginner training to more advanced training and skill training such as performing tricks, preparing for dog sports such as agility or flyball, or therapy work. Specialized training Dogs are also trained for special purposes such as CGC Certification; for dog sports, including but not limited to competition obedience, dog agility, herding, tracking, and flyball; and to undertake particular roles such as detection dogs, assistance dogs, hunting dogs, police dogs, SAR (search and rescue dogs) or guard dogs. Tools See also Dogs portal List of dog breeds Alpha roll Bark (dog) Conformation showing Dog agility Dog sports List of dog trainers Dog bite prevention General: Animal cognition Animal training Ethology Operant conditioning Classical conditioning Punishment (psychology) Reinforcement Reward system Dog behaviorist Notes References Tramson, Éric (2008). Le Chien De Vous à Lui: educateur canin comportementaliste et dresseur de chien, Les Editions Laurent Sydney Arnold, Jennifer (2006). Love Is All You Need: The Revolutionary Bond-Based Approach to Educating Your Dog, New York :Random House Publishing Group Burch, Mary R.; and Jon S. Bailey (1999). How Dogs Learn, New York: Howell Book House Hare, Brain; and Vanessa Woods (2013). The Genius of Dogs, New York: Dutton Hearne, Vicki (1987). Adam's Task: Calling Animals by Name, New York: Alfred A. Knopf Hutchinson, Lieut-Gen WN (1865). Dog Breaking for the Gun: The Most Expeditious, Certain and Easy Method, With Copious Notes on Shooting Sports, New York: Vintage Dog Books, 2005 Lindsay, Steven