Chien ZEN Dog - Nicole Lapratte CBCC-ka

25/03/2025

23/03/2025

Dogs generalise the good stuff poorly and the bad stuff all too well.

This means that we have to work extra hard to create positive associations in their minds.

17/03/2025

When it comes to Children and Dogs… Please switch the narrative 😉🐾❤️

16/03/2025

The key word here is “PROPERLY” Socialised… In order to properly socialise your puppy you need to ensure that novelty - in all forms: different surfaces, different people, different sounds and sights, different FRIENDLY dogs, other kinds of animals, different aged people, different environments, ANY novelty - is introduced and maintened to be a PLEASANT experience for the puppy. Simple right?! 😉
Happy Socialising! 🐾 😎

Thanks to for this. What are you waiting for??

16/03/2025

Finding the reasons behind « problem » behaviour is indeed not as simple as it seems...

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14/03/2025

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13/03/2025

📞 Au bout du fil, une cliente nous appelle...
— "Mon chien mord, c'est rendu que les enfants en ont peur!"
— "Quel âge a votre chien, madame?"
— "4 mois."
Dans sa voix, on sent l’inquiétude. Son chiot, adorable, mais énergique, s’élance sur les enfants, déchirer leurs vêtements, mordille tout ce qu’il trouve, grogne même parfois… De quoi faire peur !

Ce que les gens en pensent: "Il est agressif, il va devenir méchant!"

La réalité : À cet âge, le mordillage n’a rien à voir avec l’agressivité. C’est une phase normale. Les chiots explorent le monde avec leur gu**le et apprennent à gérer leur excitation. Quand ils mordillent trop fort, ce n’est pas une agression, mais bien un manque d’autocontrôle.

✅ Les solutions:
- Stopper immédiatement l’interaction et se retirer calmement.
- Fournir des alternatives (jouets à mâcher, cordes, os adaptés).
- Éviter de crier ou de punir, car cela poursuit l'interaction et peut renforcer l’excitation.
- Encourager les moments de calme et récompenser les bons comportements.

Avec du temps, de la patience et une bonne gestion, ce comportement s’atténuera. Votre chiot ne deviendra pas un chien agressif, mais un chien bien éduqué!
Avez-vous vécu cette phase avec votre chiot? Comment avez-vous géré la situation? ⬇️

11/03/2025

Are you sure that you’re supporting your dog’s breed’s instincts?

11/03/2025

11/03/2025

Are you supporting your dog’s breed’s instincts?
Check these Family Dog Mediation - LEGS in Motion Infographics!

07/03/2025

Excellent info by Liefdog❣️

05/03/2025

Soyons conscients et respectueux des chiens qui sont en laisse… Y’a plein de raisons qui s’expliquent!

05/03/2025

Reminder:
It’s only reinforcement IF the dog likes or enjoys it 😉
Not many dogs enjoy being pet on the head…

QUICK TIP: It's YOUR DOG who determines what is reinforcing (rewarding, that is, something that motivates your dog to repeat a behavior again and again).

So, if your dog doesn't find petting, particularly being petted on top of the head, or petting in general, something the dog would like to receive again, it is unlikely your dog will repeat a behavior to receive petting. Not all dogs like petting, especially rough petting.

All animals like food and will work for food, but they each have preferences regarding food. Your dog may love a game of fetch. I know my late dog Opal preferred tennis balls, food, people, and attention, not necessarily in that order.

Observe what your dog likes and finds "reinforcing," that is what he or she will work for, and use that as a reward for the behavior you would like to see repeated. ~Cindy

25/02/2025

“Do you want to see what Fluffy does when I...?”

No, we don't need to! While it’s a common assumption that trainers or behavior consultants need to witness aggression firsthand, a well-trained professional can assess a case without putting anyone at risk.

Here’s why seeing aggression isn’t necessary:

1️⃣Historical Patterns Tell the Story
A detailed history—gathered through interviews, observations, and past incidents—paints a clear picture of what’s happening. A skilled consultant will ask the right questions to identify triggers, patterns, and antecedents that contribute to aggression.

2️⃣Recreating Aggression is Dangerous
Intentionally provoking aggressive behavior can create reinforcement loops, where the dog practices the behavior and learns that aggression "works." Worse, it can escalate the response, making things more severe over time.

3️⃣Behavior is Predictable When You Understand Triggers
Instead of waiting for aggression to happen, a behavior consultant will analyze:
✅ Past incidents (when and where the aggression has occurred).
✅ The dog’s body language before an escalation.
✅ Environmental triggers and stress factors.
✅ What the dog does instead of being aggressive (avoidance, freezing, tension).

4️⃣Real-World Context Matters More Than a Single Moment
Aggression isn’t just about what happens in a session—it’s about what happens daily in the dog’s environment. A consultant will assess:
- The home setup and routines.
- How the dog interacts with family members.
- What management strategies are already in place.

What Should a Trainer or Consultant Do Instead?
A behavior consultant will work with you to set up a safe, structured training plan without exposing anyone to unnecessary risks. They will observe behavior without escalating it and provide solutions that address the root cause rather than the symptom.

A good detective doesn’t ask a suspect to commit the crime again—they gather evidence to understand what happened. The same applies to aggression cases.

24/02/2025

Valuable Social Skills - Safely Taught by a Friendly Adult Dog - Look like THIS❣️✅⬇️