Harness - dont fall for the wrong one
I want to discuss harnesses.
Some harnesses are poorly designed and fit terribly, while others provide a much better fit. Certain brands tend to fit some breeds better than others.
In general, some harnesses are intentionally designed to be aversive.
For example, this particular harness restricts movement to prevent pulling. It also tightens up when there’s tension, making it even more uncomfortable.
Not only this the dog hated it, he began grabbing my arm, grabbing the lead and generally not listening. - which is no suprise, as its uncomfortable for him. Go to a collar and the behaviours he displayed with the harness he did not show at all with a collar.
I’ve made a video showing the dog wearing this harness and another with just a collar, so you can see how much the harness restricts movement.
Don’t fall for these types of products—they’re terrible.
They can have a significant negative impact on a dog’s joints and muscles throughout their body.
Just be cautious about what you're purchasing. Don't be swayed just because it's labeled as a 'harness.'
This is happening so often now 👇
This is happening so often now 👇and to be honest Its getting on my nerves.
Don't let your dogs run upto other dogs without permission.
Things can fo wrong very quickly.
Be a responsible owner.
Training Walk with 'O' 🤗
🐶 Took ‘O’ out for her first training walk!
Since she’s a little unsure around new people, my main focus was building trust and strengthening our bond rather than asking too much of her.
She absolutely loved her treats 😍, and we made great progress with engagement and disengagement from things that made her a bit nervous.
A strong relationship is everything—especially for nervous dogs. Without trust, there’s nothing to build on. Connection comes first, and everything else follows ❤️
Ive had a few messages asking how i teach the nudge command for a medical alert (this isnt paired with the scent as yet).
So heres a little video for you :)
Enjoy watching 🤗
Medical Alert - The Nudge
🐾 Teaching My Dog the "Nudge" Command for Medical Alerts! 🐶💡
Today, I’ve been working on the "nudge" command! This simple but powerful gesture will help them to alert their handler to a medical issue by gently nudging when needed.
(I''m only teaching an alert command here and isnt paired with a medical scent)
Why is this so important? In moments when the handler isnt feeling good, whether it’s a drop in blood sugar or another health concern, their furry friend will be right there, ready to help. 🐕💖
It's amazing how dogs can be trained to understand commands that not only provide companionship but also contribute to our health and safety 🐾
🤔 Does anyone have a medical alert dog?
#ServiceDogTraining #MedicalAlertDog #DogTraining #NudgeCommand #DogLovers #HealthAndWellness #FurryFamily #DogBond #PositiveTraining
Obedience
In last weeks obedience class we were, learning back up and then sending to bed 😊.
Its so important to show how the inbetween stuff looks like and not just the final outcome.
'M' Has made a great start ❤️
Teaching my dog how to cross paws 😍.
We got this far in just one session 😁
I videoed the whole session so you can see how to teach it from scratch.
👋Does anyone want to know how i did this?
Teaching my dog how to cross paws 😍.
We got this far in just one session 😁
I videoed the whole session so you can see how to teach it from scratch.
👋Does anyone want to know how i did this?
Bribery v Reinforcement
🐶 Briebery: ( First part of my video)
A dog refuses to come when called. You pull out a treat, wave it around, and call, “Here, look what I’ve got!” The dog only comes because they see the treat.
This is bribery because the treat is used to entice the dog before they perform the behaviour. Over time, the dog may ignore your calls unless they see a reward upfront.
🐶 Reinforcement: (Second Part of my video)
The dog recalls on command, and then you reward.
The dog associates the behaviour with positive outcomes, making it more likely to repeat the behavior in the future, even without a visible reward.
❓Why This Matters:
Bribery creates dependency on external cues (like treats being visible) and can undermine the handler's commands. Dont get me wrong, bribery has a time and place, such as learning new behvaiours to shape the dogs behaviour and knowledge.
Reinforcement builds understanding and motivation, fostering trust and reliability between the handler and the dog.
🔑 The key difference between bribery and reinforcement lies in the timing and intent of the reward.
Focusing on reinforcement ensures the dog is learning and responding because of the bond and understanding, not just the presence of a reward.
Www.ruskiesdogtraining.co.uk
Bribery v Reinforcement
Bribery v Reinforcement
🐶 Briebery: ( First part of my video)
A dog refuses to come when called. You pull out a treat, wave it around, and call, “Here, look what I’ve got!” The dog only comes because they see the treat.
This is bribery because the treat is used to entice the dog before they perform the behaviour. Over time, the dog may ignore your calls unless they see a reward upfront.
🐶 Reinforcement: (Second Part of my video)
The dog recalls on command, and then you reward.
The dog associates the behaviour with positive outcomes, making it more likely to repeat the behavior in the future, even without a visible reward.
❓Why This Matters:
Bribery creates dependency on external cues (like treats being visible) and can undermine the handler's commands. Dont get me wrong, bribery has a time and place, such as learning new behvaiours to shape the dogs behaviour and knowledge.
Reinforcement builds understanding and motivation, fostering trust and reliability between the handler and the dog.
🔑 The key difference between bribery and reinforcement lies in the timing and intent of the reward.
Focusing on reinforcement ensures the dog is learning and responding because of the bond and understanding, not just the presence of a reward.
Www.ruskiesdogtraining.co.uk
Boundaries isnt about being mean, its about creating crystal clear communication.
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