10/07/2025
OK ..here is DAY TWO of Seb's total immersion, we were striking while the Iron is hot!!
Yesterday for Seb was mainly about what he's not allowed to do (although he did enjoy himself) and what is NOT acceptable (whining, barking, jumping out of the car , pulling , demanding , being inappropriate / over the top with Joey etc) .
Today was about him really enjoying himself... sniffing, exploring, playing hide and seek ....and most importantly meeting LOTS of dogs! Thank you to all my professional colleagues ( especially Happy Hill Dog Walking) and friends who stopped to help with their own dogs and packs. !!!
From a behavioural point of view its actually FLOODING ..This is often frowned upon by many trainers and behaviourists, but is actually one of the most powerful , effective and long lasting behaviour modification techniques available. Of course Flooding has to be handled properly, skilfully and with appropriate dogs. Flooding is NOT socially Drowning.... it's learning to socially swim !
Well done Seb, well Done Gail and Andy!