EASY NOW Dog Behaviour Services.

16/08/2024

Dog +Ventures is an innovative new business dedicated to Canine Enrichment and is the "daughter company" of Spring Rise Canine Care. Spring Rise incorporated enrichment into their Daycare for Dogs service and the dogs benefited so much from these daily activities. So in 2024, Dog +Ventures was launched! Dog +Ventures offer dogs the opportunity to socialise, learn and explore in a controlled safe space......

If you would like to learn more, do not hesitate to contact Sabrina or Susannah on 07510 547287 or [email protected]

12/08/2024

WHAT THE F?

Recognising stress responses in dogs.

Fight or flight are well known reactions to fear or stress, but these other “F” words are also important to understand and be aware of as they may not always be so obvious.

Freeze, Fawn, Fidget or Fool around are also responses to stress or fear and are also commonly seen in people.

Some dogs may have a genetic predisposition to one type of response while some react based on previous experience - what has worked for them before or what hasn’t. Some dogs have different reactions depending on the specific context.

Recognising and taking note of situations or circumstances where these responses are seen is important in understanding how our dogs are feeling.

When we recognise a fear or a stress response, we are able to intervene and advocate for our dogs.

10/08/2024

I’ve probably shared this already but it can’t be reposted too often!! ❤️

‼️LAST CALL‼️

What You Need To Know About Working With Challenging Behavior Webinar with Debbie Jacobs

Saturday, August 10, 2024
11am to 12:30pm EST (USA and Canada)

Behavior is lawful. By using the science of learning and behavior we can change behavior effectively and humanely.

👉 https://behaviorvets.mylearnworlds.com/course/working-with-challenging-behavior?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1-RYM5LetbiCsRorxOok1nfUefDyhO7p3HKqlnezqgcMXwRqTOI4r3cHY_aem_xiDD0OI0rQw7QMHFcY2eIQ

This webinar will review the foundational concepts of learning and behavior. You will learn how to identify and differentiate between aversive and appetitive approaches to behavior change, and why it's important to be able to. We'll look at the independent variables effecting behavior, and how reinforcement schedules may be contributing to challenges of successfully learning new, more appropriate skills and responses.

1.5 CEUs:
KPA
PPAB
CPDT
IAABC

Tuition:
General Admission Tickets – after July 20th: $45
Early Bird Tickets – before July 20th: $29
Shelter/Rescue/Vet Student/Vet Tech Tickets - no expiration date: 30% off general admission ticket (discount code is SDFWBV)

Discounts are available for groups of 5 or more - please contact [email protected] for more information.

10/08/2024

TikTok famous dog trainers are taking over, and unfortunately that's not always a good thing. Does having 1 million Instagram followers make you a good dog trainer? Some of the information getting shared on social media is incorrect, ineffective, or downright dangerous. So how do you figure out who's who?

🐶 Look for credentials listed in the trainer bio. Don't see any? It's likely they don't have any. This is not a good thing. "I've had dogs for 20 years" is not a qualification.
🐶 Beware of sneaky marketing. Guarantees of behavior, promises to fix a problem in only a few minutes, or telling you that you "HAVE" to follow these rules are all red flags.
🐶 Impressive before and after videos that show massive behavior change in "only one session"? You may actually be seeing behavior suppression instead of actual behavior modification.
🐶 Pay attention to body language. We share A LOT about body language, and if you have a dog, you likely have some idea of what a relaxed dog looks like. Apply your knowledge to social media videos! Is the dog in the video panting heavily? Are their lips pulled back? Are their ears back? Do they look tense? Those are all signs of stress, anxiety, and fear...

Questions about behavior or training? You know how to reach us! Check out our stories for more info!

06/08/2024

This goes for the UK also!
Ask a trainer what there methods are before handing the dog over to them!
It takes one second for a trainer to do months or years of damage!
There are no decent trainers that will be upset or annoyed by your questions!!
A good trainer will give you a training plan PRIOR to doing ANY training!!
The dogs rely on you to protect them!
Don’t be flustered by a trainer and their qualifications, boasts of experience or confidence!
I advise all clients to attend dog clubs without their dogs at least the first time! Just watch and see if you’re happy with the techniques! Again no good trainer would deny you this option!!

Pet owners should know what a trainer will do to their dog during training.

03/08/2024

Just because you’re using treats and toys, doesn’t mean you can do no harm. This video goes over recognizing signs to lookout for that your dog might be feel...

24/07/2024

Dogs Detect Human Stress Smell, Affecting Their Mood and Choices

Research shows dogs exposed to human stress odors make more pessimistic choices, indicating a negative emotional state.

The study highlights that human stress smells affect dogs' learning and perception of rewards.

This finding can improve the care and training of companion and working dogs.

The deep connection between human emotions and canine responses is more profound than previously understood.

https://neurosciencenews.com/human-stress-dog-emotion-26471/

24/07/2024

16/07/2024

Humans want quick and visual results. That’s why TV dog trainers are not good generally.
Understand the importance of slow and steady behaviour modification and how that actually affects the dog mentally and physically.
The result in behaviour modification training without fear or pressure is a healthy and happy animal and a relationship of trust and communication from both of you.

14/07/2024

Behavior is lawful. By using the science of learning and behavior we can change behavior effectively and humanely.

24/06/2024

Remember, if it’s too hot for your hands or your bare feet, then it’s too hot for their paw pads! ⚠️

If you’re unsure whether it’s okay to let your pet go for a walk on pavements, a simple way to test the temperature is by holding your bare skin on the tarmac for five seconds ⏱️

If you find it painful, then your pet will find it painful to walk on!

To protect your pet, it’s best to avoid walks during the hottest part of the day, which is usually between 8am and 6pm. If you can't safely exercise your dog, missing a day won't hurt.

[Visual description: A close-up picture of a dog’s paw pad which looks very red and sore after being burnt from walking on a hot pavement.]

18/06/2024

Very important to understand this when working with fearful dogs!

You may know about training a dog to settle and stop worrying and being concerned about the treats you have on your person while laying down, but it is impor...

16/06/2024

Absolutely!

16/06/2024

10/06/2024

This webinar with Sharon Carroll will be of interest to anyone who has had difficulty “reducing reinforcement” with their current dog, despite trying many strategies.

It will also be of interest to anyone wanting to gain a greater understanding of the concept of “reducing reinforcement” and all the factors that contribute to helping our dog perform in a happy, confident, and reliable manner in the absence of rewards.

Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/4mvp2xyx