Busimann's Dog Training

26/10/2025

Our Adoption wall ❤️ and our beautiful model Yuki!
We have so many dogs looking for foster and forever homes!

Check them out online www.gsrv.com.au

26/10/2025

For legal reasons this is a joke 😄 we all know Colin is an absolute angel 😉 he is actually the sweetest dog ever, just a little spicy 😉

26/10/2025

If a dog hears the word “come” many times in daily life without it predicting anything meaningful, it can be harder to teach it as a recall cue later. This shows why cues should be introduced intentionally and paired consistently with reinforcement.

26/10/2025

26/10/2025

There are some great ways to prevent food aggression, but messing with, taking or putting your hand in your dogs food is not one of them.

The more we mess with our dogs stuff, the more likely they are to become defensive around it. Just like we might!

26/10/2025

It's valuable.
Whatever your dog has, at that very moment, is significant to them.

The growling, air snaps and further escalations are easy to spot.
That's when many people see this as an issue.
However, it starts way before then for many dogs and I appreciate this is difficult to see in their own dog as it can be subtle.

A slowed movement, a pause, a stiffening around an object or food item can be the very beginning.

Some people view their dogs possession issues as funny, quirky and will encourage it.
Others that have lived (or are now) living with a serious resource guarder know that's just how it started for them and they wish they had recognised it sooner.
It's not funny for them or their dog.

It may look like a game they enjoy.
They run away with a toy, a shoe, socks, a pair of un**es (for all those non Kiwis out there, that's underwear).
We just don't see how this fun little game could be the start of a much more serious behavioural issue.

To be fair, there are some dogs out there that do like the "grab and go" game and have no possession issues. They do it as a way to illicit a response from us and it is fun for them. They know we are about to respond playfully to that by chasing or starting a game of tug with that item.

For others, we need to be cautious.
Is there an "Elvis" happening (a slight lift on one side of the mouth)?
A tiny lift at the front of the mouth?
Has the mouth clamped and ears flattened?
Do they take the item to an area you cannot reach easily?

If we catch those smaller signs, we can prevent those much bigger reactions.

23/10/2025

Some dogs are comfortable with getting dressed up- others aren't. Always listen to what your dog is telling you.

23/10/2025

A puppy’s personality and health are influenced by both their genetics (nature) and the environment you provide (nurture).

To give a new dog the best start in life, it’s essential to do your homework before bringing them home.

Here are some tips:
✅ Research reputable, ethical breeders who prioritise health, temperament, and responsible breeding practices. Make sure to visit them. Make sure to ask lots of questions.
✅ Ask about health and behaviour testing and socialisation to ensure your puppy comes from a responsible, loving and nurturing environment.
✅ Prepare your home and family. There is so much you can do before bringing your puppy home to get ready. Don’t wait for things to go wrong. Learn how to raise a happy, well-mannered and confident puppy before you have your puppy.
✅ Spend time understanding breed characteristics so you can make sure this is the right breed for you. And then learn how to meet their physical, mental, and emotional needs. Dogs are a different species to us and it’s important to understand this from the start.

At Cooper and Kids, we believe that responsible pet ownership begins with education and preparation. By making informed choices and investing in your puppy’s future, you’re helping create a loving, trusting and mutual relationship that lasts a lifetime.

If you need some help with this- please make sure to get in touch.

Mel xox

23/10/2025

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