11/02/2025
Ever notice how your Bernedoodle stares, studies, and analyzes every movement on walks? 👀
That’s not stubbornness — it’s instinct.
Dogs follow what’s called the predatory sequence — a natural pattern from noticing → stalking → chasing → catching → relaxing.
Bernedoodles, like Bernie, often get “stuck” in the early stages — noticing and assessing everything — which can look like reactivity or overexcitement.
The key? Don’t fight it. Satisfy it.
💨 Sniff walks
🌲 Decompression hikes
🦴 Lick mats and chews
These meet their instinctual needs and help them finally rest easy.
What kind of dog do you have — and which part of the sequence do you see most? Let’s find calm by working with their instincts, not against them. 💛
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