FearLess Dog Training

09/06/2024

Just a friendly reminder that your dog isn’t plotting against you 😁 https://www.facebook.com/share/r/AY8QMGFGHcrEmwtH/?mibextid=WC7FNe

09/06/2024

A great read! Cheers to the dogs 🐕

The language we use to describe dog training is changing to reflect our changing relationship with dogs.

01/06/2024

Is your dog “not good motivated”? Here are some tips if so! https://www.facebook.com/share/r/YqvN8AQGurCv1fWZ/?mibextid=WC7FNe

28/05/2024

Here’s a lesson on Un-leash training! https://www.facebook.com/share/r/5zuiadHKj6eQhhBB/?mibextid=WC7FNe

22/12/2023

📸 Holiday Door Greeting Tips for Your Pup!

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22/10/2023

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18/04/2023

🥰 Do you or someone you know need help learning more about how to help dogs transition into their new homes? I have a FREE course to help the process go as smooth as possible! I've even added some training to ensure that those who need it have the tools to best support their new pup. This program is also free to all rescue organizations. Visit https://courses.fearlesspet.com/p/adopted_dog_program

My FREE Adopted Dog Training Program includes sections on:

📍Decompression - This is the time it takes a dog to destress, unwind and begin to feel comfortable after adoption. Learn about this important process.

📍Adapting - giving your new dog the time and space they need when you bring them home.

📍Supplies & Equipment Checklist to help you prepare for the big day.

📍Handouts for Sit, Stay, Down & Come (plus games and testing reliability)

📍Leave It, Take It/Drop It

📍Potty Training (plan and chart)

📍Play Biting (how to handle)

📍Car Safety and More!

13/03/2023

Training tip!

Do you let your dog shred and destroy things? This is sooo fun for them and also mentally enriching for them. Allowing your dog to tear limbs, pull out stuffing and conquer the squeaker in toys is a rewarding and healthy experience for them. NOTE: if your dog eats parts of toys this would not be a good recommendation - I would do scavenger hunts with treats and/or use a black KONG for play instead!

22/01/2023

Dog Training: It doesn’t happen magically but it does work wonders ❤️

22/01/2023

Training tip!

Do you have your dog's attention? Sometimes I see people asking their dog to sit, come, stop doing something, and other things but the dog isn't even engaged at the time. Often they are right in the middle of something. Do you like being interrupted all the time? To be a better dog parent and establish good communication with your dog be sure you:

1. REALLY need them to do what you are asking? For example is it really necessary for your dog do sit to greet another dog? This is very challenging when a dog is excited - could standing and relaxing while greeting be better? Most likely the answer is yes and much easier for your dog too. Do you really need them to stop sniffing right this moment? Or, can you go to them instead of calling them to you?

2. Get your dog's ATTENTION and eye contact before asking them to do a behavior. Do this by saying their name, clapping, making a sound, etc. If they still ignore you and they aren't in the middle of something it may be that you need to work on your relationship first :)

Or, perhaps you are convinced that your dog ignores you "just because". There could be more going on. They may be in the middle of a VIS (Very Important Sniff) or a VIP (Very Important Potty). Or, they may be too excited to listen - again, ask yourself do I need their attention THIS MOMENT? If not, don't ask! We can build a really strong response to cues if we ask for it when our dogs are best able to provide it.

I've noticed that ALL dogs pull more on leash when they need to potty, keep this in mind. You can still help them get there with a loose leash but it's important to give them grace when they have a physical need and it's urgent.

02/01/2023

We can most certainly train dogs without force, it's been proven time and time again. This New Year I hope to share content to help you train your dog well and compassionately. Here are just a few tips for compassionate dog training. When I say "Your dog is not your "last" dog" I mean they don’t gather and retain information exactly like your last dog and, as you may have noticed, they don't act like your last dog. All living beings learn at different rates so it's important to keep that in mind at all times when training :)

13/12/2022

Why do dogs pull on leash and what should we do about it?

07/11/2022

When used correctly (and compassionately) crate training can be your best friend! There are times when a crate can help to keep our puppies and adult dogs safe, while offering a quiet space for them. Crate training is especially useful when you have a busy puppy that is working on house training and might choose to chew on some of your favorite furniture. It’s very important to learn how to properly crate train your pup before ever using one. If you don’t, they will most likely be distressed when they go into the crate and that is the last thing we want for our dogs. Crate Training is always included in my Perfectly Puppy in-person training and my online courses!

07/11/2022

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23/09/2022

Let your dog rest, even if it’s during training. If they lay down it’s because that have a need to fill. Rest with them and enjoy the moment because that moment is all we have.

01/09/2022

Training tip! Watch your timing ⏱

19/07/2022

We are working with Mater to get him used to noisy, public spaces. Why? He will be traveling on an airplane and it would not be fair to put that on him without lots of prep. Can you image how strange and stressful that situation might be for a dog that’s used to be being outdoors and/or in a quiet home? It could really stress them out and it’s only fair to acclimate him first. We worked at an indoor mall on this day because the floors and people are very similar to that of an airport. We will continue to practice and even do a session or two at an actual airport prior to the real take off! I will document his journey and make a full video for anyone that needs to prepare their dog for travel. This “in training” vest really helps people to leave him alone. We are teaching him to ignore people so he can focus on his handler and relaxing around distractions. Stay tuned for Mater’s Journey!

16/07/2022

Do you practice the “paws”?

11/06/2022

I’m trying to get Mater used to being in social settings for long periods of time because he may be boarding a plane tor a long flight at some point. It wouldn’t be fair to assume this would be comfortable for him. So…the training plan includes training longer down stays on a blanket (that will be on the floor of the plane for him), a nice “leave it” (in case he wants to kiss the flight attendants) and, exposing him to as many social situations as possible - slowly and at HIS pace. Photo one looks as though he’s having a great time right? Photo two shows his tail down, he wasn’t thrilled - he wanted to go meet the other dog and kiss all of the people. I was surprised by this but it tells me to slow down and keep working to help him so he can get used to relaxing around people without getting to meet everyone (I know it seems sad but he won’t do well on a plane if he wants to meet everyone). I should’ve considered bringing the blanket we’ve been working with as well. We started this process at a park table with no one around and eased into this brewery. I will always set him up for success in his training.

06/05/2022

Basics go a LONG way with dogs. Most of the time the dogs I meet that have the most issues have the least amount of basic training. Start with simple things, be kind and have fun and you will find not only the relationship with your dog improve but their general behavior will too! If you’d like a FREE “progress tracker” email me at [email protected]. No spam, no obligation whatsoever. I just want to motivate people to have fun and build a great relationship with their dogs 🐕 💕.

03/05/2022

I get a LOT of questions about barking. I hope this Blog helps ;) https://fearlesspet.com/blogs/news/barking-a-natural-behavior-for-dogs

People always ask me: "How Do I Get My Dog to Stop Barking". Barking is a natural behavior for dogs, for some breeds more than others. However, barking can be quite irritating. Below are some training tips and information that will help you to teach your dog to be a bit more “quiet”. It’s impo...

02/04/2022

Encourage and reward your dog for having a loose leash.

05/03/2022

23/02/2022

Experts fear Channing Tatum's newest film "Dog" may have families rushing to buy a Belgian Malinois without doing their research.

06/01/2022

In case you need a reminder as to why training your dog is important :)

10/11/2021

I am so incredibly proud of Koa! At about 90 pounds, he’s reactive and a bit much on leash (as you can imagine). When I first met him it was hard to call him off when he decided he wanted to bark and lunge at someone. So, I spoke with his family and explained that I needed to build a good connection with him and some really basics as a foundation. So we worked for a few weeks on things like let’s go, leave it, recall and stay. What do these have to do with Reactivity? A lot actually when we take it on the road! So today I took him out in the world and when he started reacting, I was able to call him off AND do some actual reactivity training. If you can’t reach your dog when they’re not reacting, there’s no way you’re going to be able to reach them when they are. It’s important to build a really good foundation so you have a good connection and when you need to get their attention they will look to you. It’s worth it, I promise!

06/10/2021

Welcome Daisy! She’s a lovely 5 month old, English Creme Golden Retreiver. Today we worked on “wait” (so her Mom can put her food bowl down without being bombarded), down and staying on a mat. Of course she did GREAT! Dogs always do 💕

30/09/2021

Does your dog jump and grab from your hand? You can teach them not to and it’s actually good for them! When we teach dogs to “wait their turn”, it gives them a chance to learn about impulse control. Impulse control is important for dogs because usually if a dog will jump and grab from your hand they will certainly jump and grab from the kitchen counter or the coffee table. If you teach them how to have manners around food, they learn that stealing is not the answer.