A Life Given to the Dogs
All dogs have their own personalities and each is an individual. Each cause for various behaviours is different for each and every dog and each dog needs to be seen and conditioned individually to assure a positive change in behaviour. Our behaviours influence how our dogs conduct themselves in all situations. We lead, they follow. We, as pack leaders, need to exhibit a positive role for our canine companions and lead them down the path to a long, happy and healthy life.
Some issues take longer to develop and can end up damaging our relationship with our dog. Common behaviours such as possession and aggression towards people and other dogs are instilled due to human behaviours. Without the awareness of our actions and their repercussions, we are unable to correct and abolish these misfit behaviours. With the addition of limitations and boundaries we can slowly alter bad behaviours and have a more calm and tolerable canine companion. Awareness, understanding, and patience are key elements to a healthy relationship with our confidant and companion. No dog is too old and we should never blame the breed. It is us, as canine handlers, who need to learn and evolve to better our canine pals.
There are many times when we find ourselves facing a scared or timid dog and end up feeling lost and helpless. There is hope for our dogs to gain confidence and self worth. How we handle these situations isn’t as easy as with humans, there are different ways of facing such emotions in dogs and they are very different from ours. With the proper guidance and coaching we can further understand the steps required for our companions to gain the confidence they need for daily life. Simple changes in our routine such as how we present ourselves and how we approach a situation can make all the difference.
We don’t have to face a misfit behaviour and feel lost anymore. Canine rehabilitation is a long, but rewarding process that takes a balance of mind and energy as well as structure, consistency, patience and understanding. Our behaviour will influence the behaviour of our dog. Stay calm and remain patient. Love alone cannot rehabilitate a dog.
If you have any questions or wish to book an appointment for an onsite consultation, please call 705.772.0692. I look forward to your call.
Happy trails,
Scott Benes - The People Trainer for Dogs