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30/12/2024

Check out my latest video on YouTube... How Can I Help My Dog Overcome Separation Anxiety? One Problem, Three Solutions!

In this video, I’m diving into separation anxiety in dogs and why the usual “build up time” approach doesn’t work for every dog. I’ll explore three unique cases — Penny, Juna, and Flo —each with different underlying causes for their anxiety.

From overstimulation to uncertainty and deep-rooted fear, I’ll explain why it’s vital to identify the cause before jumping into solutions. You’ll learn why slow feeders and enrichment toys might not be the best approach for every anxious dog and discover alternative methods tailored to their specific needs.

Whether you’re dealing with a bouncy, high-energy dog like Juna, a sensitive soul like Flo, or a rescue dog still learning to trust, I’ve got insights to help. Watch to uncover how adjusting routines, creating safe spaces, and addressing emotional needs can make a world of difference.

If you’ve got a dog struggling with separation anxiety, this video could be the key to understanding their behaviour and starting on the path to recovery. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more tips to help your dog thrive.

00:00 - Introduction
01:22 - Penny: What's Gone Wrong?
04:14 - Juna: What's Gone Wrong?
06:24 - Flo: What's Gone Wrong?
08:10 - The Solutions: Needs and Goals
08:39 - Penny - Frustrated Staffy
14:19 - Juna - Overstimulated Collie
20:22 - Flo - Lonely Cockapoo
27:27 - So, What Worked?

You might also be interested in these blogs:

How to use a dog camera to solve separation anxiety: https://www.gooddoggie.co.uk/how-to-use-a-dog-camera-to-solve-separation-anxiety/

Separation Anxiety in Dogs: What you should Know: https://www.gooddoggie.co.uk/separation-anxiety-in-dogs-what-you-should-know/

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A rescue dog and trauma specialist; Caroline has been solving canine behaviour and training problems since 2004. Over the past 20 years she has tried and tested her own set of techniques that are designed to help you restore balance and calm to your dog, in a kind and positive way.

In this video, I’m diving into separation anxiety in dogs and why the usual “build up time” approach doesn’t work for every dog. I’ll explore three unique ca...

29/12/2024

Sounds familiar? Fix your recall now with my step by step guide...

https://learn.gooddoggie.co.uk/product/step-by-step-guide-to-an-awesome-recall/

27/12/2024

Need help with your dogs behaviour?

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26/12/2024

Seems legit! 😂😂😂

24/12/2024

Expecting a new puppy? I've got a YouTube playlist just for you. Check it out....

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23/12/2024

Manage the Dogs Emotions and the Behaviour will Follow!

Often training plans focus on changing a specific behaviour, but I think this can be a mistake. A calm dog is rarely a challenging dog, so it makes sense to focus on achieving a calm mind as opposed to chasing your dog about trying to stop them from jumping up, stealing, pulling on the lead, or whatever else they might be doing.

In this latest blog, I'm going to talk about the different emotional zones and how to manage your dogs emotions for the best behavioural results. Check it out...

https://www.gooddoggie.co.uk/manage-the-dogs-emotions-and-the-behaviour-will-follow/

21/12/2024

I love using clickers as a training tool. They are super positive, give the dog tons of feedback between rewards, and they can even boost confidence and resilience. If you are interested in clicker training I have a playlist dedicated to them on YouTube - check it out...

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLA8Iof6VKdfw_GYjyMusRpx6xSJBOudrg

20/12/2024

Reactive dog?

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18/12/2024

Seems legit 🤣🐾

16/12/2024

Check out my latest video on YouTube... What Are Behaviour Sequences in Dog Training? And Why They Are Important!

In today’s video, I’m diving into the fascinating topic of behaviour sequences in dogs. These are the little routines or patterns your dog has learned through experience, and they often play a bigger role in your dog’s behaviour than you might realise. From barking at the doorbell to struggling with recall, understanding these sequences can help you make real progress in your dog’s training and behaviour.

I’ll explain how behaviour sequences form, why they’re so powerful, and what you can do to reshape them if they’re causing problems. We’ll explore how your dog predicts outcomes based on sequences they’ve experienced, how you can interrupt unhelpful patterns, and the importance of consistency in creating new, positive routines.

If your dog reacts to certain triggers—like the doorbell, other dogs, or even specific places—this video will help you understand why and, most importantly, what you can do to help them. By learning to break down these sequences and rework them, you can build confidence, reduce anxiety, and improve your dog’s behaviour in a positive way.

If you’ve found this helpful or want to learn more, don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe. And if you need personalised help, feel free to reach out—I’m here to help both online and in-person at www.gooddoggie.co.uk.

00:00 - Introduction
00:43 - What is a Behaviour Sequence?
02:41 - Good, Positive Sequences
03:39 - Negative Sequences
06:49 - Changing a Behaviour Sequence
11:17 - Making a New Sequence
15:02 - Using a Clicker
17:11 - How I Can Help You
18:19 - Changing Behaviours
19:03 - Answering the Front Door
21:37 - The Recall
22:44 - Reactive Behaviour

You might also be interested in these blogs:

Changing Dog Behaviour using Behaviour Sequences: https://www.gooddoggie.co.uk/changing-dog-behaviour-using-behaviour-sequences/

Four stages of the behaviour training process : https://www.gooddoggie.co.uk/four-stages-of-the-behaviour-training-process/

Also check out my Free Reactive Behaviour Support Group:
www.facebook.com/groups/475509291233979

Subscribe:
https://www.youtube.com/

Courses:
learn.gooddoggie.co.uk

Get in Touch:
www.gooddoggie.co.uk

Follow Me:
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www.twitter.com/gooddoggie9

A rescue dog and trauma specialist; Caroline has been solving canine behaviour and training problems since 2004. Over the past 20 years she has tried and tested her own set of techniques that are designed to help you restore balance and calm to your dog, in a kind and positive way.

In today’s video, I’m diving into the fascinating topic of behaviour sequences in dogs. These are the little routines or patterns your dog has learned throug...

15/12/2024

Anyone local to Dundee that could help?

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15/12/2024

Expecting a puppy in the next few weeks, or know someone who is? No need to wait until your puppy arrives. Enrol now, and get started learning all the things every behaviourist wished you knew BEFORE you started behaviour training with your new pup!

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13/12/2024

Such a brilliant result for Theo and Joanne, and proof that online behaviour work is just as effective when you approach it in the right way. Thanks Joanne 😍🙏🐾

12/12/2024

If your dog is frantic at the door, growling at guests, or reacting to every little noise? I can help you!

How it works...

In our first private session we'll get to the heart of the problem and figure out what's gone wrong, plus we'll learn more about your dog including what makes him tick, any history, his personality, and what he's best at! This will all help me put together a training plan that will address the protective behaviour in a way that is suited to your dogs individual needs and goals.

We'll introduce techniques that build confidence, trust, and resilience. And I'll teach you effective ways to reassure him he is safe, especially at your boundaries and door, reward calm behaviour choices - even if he won't take treats or toys, stay under threshold, and we'll learn new skills to use later.

Then...

Over a series of sessions we'll monitor progress, tweak the techniques and we'll tackle those ruinous related behaviours. And, we'll move the plan forward in manageable chunks using the training and techniques we learned at the start.

I'll be there to support you throughout as you navigate the different phases of learning with your dog, all the way to the crucial habit forming stage.

Find out more about how I can help your dog, either online or in-person, on my website: https://www.gooddoggie.co.uk/dog-behaviour-rehabilitation/

Or check out this video about managing threshold on YouTube: https://youtu.be/L-LcYIz7Vnw

10/12/2024

100% - Find out how this applies to your dogs behaviour training (and Polar Bears) in my blog...

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09/12/2024

Clicker dog training - cue or reward?

There are lots of ways to integrate a clicker into your dogs training. Depending on how you introduce it, it can mean different things to your dog.

In this latest blog we'll look at how they work and the three main ways a clicker can change a dogs behaviour. Plus, we'll discover why it's important to know which you are using, and how to get the best out of clicker dog training when you have two dogs!

Check it out...

https://www.gooddoggie.co.uk/clicker-dog-training-cue-or-reward/

07/12/2024

What has loo roll and pie got to do with changing dog behaviour?

Understanding expectations is a massive part of understanding a dogs behaviour choices.

Remember during lockdown when we all panicked and brought a cupboard full of loo roll because one shop ran out! How long did it take before you trusted the system enough that you stopped buying a pack every time you saw it in a shop, no matter how much you had at home?

However long that was, I'll bet it was a lot longer before you allowed your reserve stock to run down!

It didn't matter how many times the shops said they had plenty, we needed time to re-establish a new expectation of it always being available. Once we had enough good experiences of seeing full shelves, our expectation changed, and we were finally able to relax. But, until that happened we were still on our guard.

The same happens to our dogs when they have a bad (or very good) experience. If your dog was barked at by a dog behind a fence a few times, his expectation will be that the other dog will always do that, and your dog will prepare himself anytime he goes near that spot. But, if that other dog goes away, your dog won't just change his expectation. Just like with the toilet roll, he'll need to walk past a lot of times before he stops expecting the barking dog to still be there, and stops preparing for him.

How many times will depend on how bad the experience was to him!

On other hand, if your dog found a pie in a bush, that bush might ALWAYS be the "pie bush" to him. No matter how many times he checks and there is no pie.

The stronger the emotion created, the stronger the expectation will be and the harder it is to shift.

05/12/2024

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