Euca is showing more attacking qualities than we have had so far. @dmdogtraining #kelpie #workingdog #comeonengland #dogsoftiktok #fogsofinstagram #dogsoffacebook
A bit of evening training, working on ignoring distractions. This was the lovely Reggie (16 weeks) working around distractions. Great work from the class tonight, like always the camera man needs training. @dmdogtraining #dogtraining #dogtrainer #puppy #puppyclass
Does your dog have control around toys?Impulse control around toys is an important skill for dogs to learn, as it promotes safe and enjoyable play. This can help with supporting a dogโs physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, contributing to a happier healthier life. Toys provide a positive outlet for energy and can reduce undesirable behaviours. Work on impulse control exercises such as waiting for a cue before engaging with a toy. This can be integrated into play sessions to reinforce patience and obedience.๐พ Start with foundational cues like โsit,โ โstay,โ and โleave it.โ These cues are essential for building impulse control. Practice these cues consistently in various situations.๐พ Use the toy as a reward for calm behaviour. Have your dog offering a behaviour we want before giving them the toy. It is important to understand your dogโs frustration levels. ๐พ Use the trade-up game to teach your dog to willingly give up toys. Offer a treat or another toy as a trade for the one they have. This teaches them that giving up a toy can result in a positive outcome.๐พ Consistently reinforce impulse control behaviours and be patient. Dogs learn at different rates, so consistent practice and positive reinforcement are key.๐พ Incorporate exercises that challenge your dogโs impulse control. For example, place a toy on the ground and walk your dog around it. Reward them for staying focused on you instead of the toy.@dmdogtraining @tugenuff #doglover #dogtraining #dogtrainer #dogtrainingtips #dogtrainingrevolution #postivedogtraining
Including play in your dogโs life can have so many benefits, it is such a great tool to have in your training. 3 benefits to why adding more play can help. ๐พ Increase motivation - food is great for training and shouldnโt be underestimated however, toys can offer another great reward. Being fun and entertaining to the dog is only going to encourage them to want more. This will increase their motivation to train. This is also great for dogs that might not be food motivated. ๐พ Improve engagement - making ourselves fun and interesting will ensure your dog stays engaged for longer. This will improve the bond between you are your dog, develop trust and it is also great mental stimulation for both you and your dog. ๐พ Breed specific- Toys can be brilliant to tap into your dogโs specific needs. When done correctly you can see big improvements with their behaviour and overall wellbeing. @dmdogtraining @tugenuff #dogtrainingrevolution #dogtraining #dogtrainingtips #dogtrainer #dogbehaviour
New recruits joining the clan. Training will begin soon ๐ฃ๐ฃ๐๐@dmdogtraining #dmchickentraining #chics #chicken #chickensofinstagram #chickentraining
Donโt get stuck on the obstacle ahead of you, it could be the thing holding you back. There may be a different path to take in your training when you hit a problem. Try make it easier for you both and smile, dog training is fun. ๐๐ฆฎ. @dmdogtraining #dogtraining #dogtrainer #dogtrainingtips #dogtrainingadvice #dogtrainingisfun #dogtrainersofinstagram #kelpie #kelpiepuppy #puppiesofinstagram
After spending the day training @euca_thekelpie, it was time for her to train me! @euca_thekelpie @dmdogtraining #doglover #dogsofinstagram #kelpie #kelpiepuppy #kelpiegram #kelpielife #dogtraining #dogtrainer #puppiesofinstagram #puppies #dogtrainersofinstagram #workingdog #workingkelpie #workingkelpiesofinstagram
Tug-E-Nuff toys are perfect for bringing fun into your training. They have a great range for all breeds, you can develop a strong recall and build a unbreakable bond. These are perfect for training keeping your dog interested for longer. Weโre proud to say weโve become a Tug-E-Nuff Partner. That means we can offer our followers and students 10% off! Just enter our exclusive code DMDOGTRAINING at checkout.#dmdogtraining @dmdogtraining @tugenuff #dogtraining #dogtrainer #dogtrainingtips #dogtoys #puppy #puppytraining #puppytrainingtips #puppytraining101 #puppytrainingclass #dogtrainingadvice #dogtrainingisfun #dogtraining101
Are you looking to introduce the whistle for your recall?
If you can introduce the whistle when your pup is young, I find a great way to begin is to whistle feed your pup. This involves blowing the whistle every time you feed your pup, this allows the pup to associate hearing the whistle, coming to us and getting a big meal. Trust me if you do this the pup will love to come running to you every time they hear the whistle. If your pup is always around you when you are ready to feed try getting someone to hold the pup further away and when you blow the whistle release them and watch them sprint towards you.
Once you are happy that they are regularly coming towards you, move into different locations and increase the distance. At this stage we do not want to introduce distractions. Remember every time the pup returns to us make sure we reward them, this includes playing with them. Make every recall the best thing ever. At this stage we can really test if they are consistently returning before introducing distraction.
Things to remember:
๐ถ The first time you blow the whistle consider gentle blows as to not scare the pup.
๐ถ how many pips should I do? This does not matter but once you decide always stick with it.
๐ถ Ensure that we make every recall so fun for our pup, if they enjoy it they will return when we introduce distractions.
๐ถ What if they don't return when I blow the whistle? This will likely be because you have gone a step further than the pup can manage. Reduce the distance and also keep in mind when you are able to capture your dogs attention, if they have found a lovely scent in your garden you may struggle at the start. Wait until they are less distracted and try again.
๐ถ Be patient! Our pup is young and learning
๐ถ WHAT GETS TREATED, GETS REPEATED!
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Are you looking to introduce grooming to your puppy, have you got a dog that is sensitive to grooming?
Ensure you have plenty of rewards, as we want to make this a positive interaction. As you can see from this clip, the pup has the freedom to move away if she feels uncomfortable. This is important as you will need to build up trust. Always start from infront of your pup, this reduces the fear or surprise of something new touching them.
๐ Put your pup in a position the is most comfortable for grooming.
๐ Drop a few treats in front of them
๐ Show the brush and reward (if your puppy/dog is very sensitive then stay on this stage until they are comfortable)
๐ Once the pup is comfortable, slowly introduce touching them with the brush (at this stage ensure it is really light touches)
๐ Gradually build up the time you brush and the pressure applied, if at any point the pup begins to be uncomfortable stop, go back to a lighter short contact and build back up.
Things to remember:
๐ถ Keep rewarding, this should always be fun for the pup.
๐ถ short, sharp sessions (do not spend long practicing this at first, finish while the pup is still happy)
๐ถ introduce fun distractions such as making your puppy wait to take a treat, this can move their focus away from the brush.
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Are you struggling with getting your puppy to respond to their name! Here is a short video to help with this.
My puppy has already begun this so is much more responsive! Just remember to make it fun and be patient it will come!
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When both your dogs have so much energy. This is now the norm!
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