I have really missed this fluffy wiggle!
I've had a week of an awful sickness bug followed by a chest infection, so I haven't been able to go to work to visit my clients, and I haven't been able to get my Oscar-fix!
Before me being unwell we were working on walking locally and Oscar was finding his confidence in exploring and passing other dogs without fear or reaction, and his owners have sent me the most incredible updates this week! <3
"Yesterday we turned right out of the house and Oscar walked all the way to the end of the road! That's the furthest he has been in that direction! No barking at anyone!"
AND......drumroll, please.....
"We had another walk to the end of the road and saw the lady with the three dogs he went loopy at before. He stood and watched them, I thought he was going to bark but he turned away and had a treat. That was a result!"
Oscar's owners have been putting in SO much hard work with him too, everyone is giving it 100% and the results are there!! The fact he is happy to go out for a walk, choose the direction, walk confidently, sniff, toilet outside, pass people and dogs, and take treats now is ABSOLUTELY incredible!!!!!!
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⭐ Update Post!! ⭐
You may recall a post about Obi last year, he'd found his voice and very much enjoyed woofing and shouting at every noise he could hear in the garden!
Barking is not an uncommon behaviour for a dog, particularly for German Shepherd types, however it was getting excessive, so we introduced a few techniques and Obi made huge progress, which meant Obi could spend time chilling in the garden quietly. See the original post here - https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=5576304409109352&id=151345888271925
However, recently young children have moved in next door to Obi and enjoy playing in their garden, kicking the ball at the shared fence and even occasionally climbing the shared fence. This was a step too far for Obi and understandably made him very tense and anxious whenever he could hear the children. His barking in the garden returned and even spread to barking from inside the house when Obi could hear the children outside in their garden.
We decided to introduce the fun technique of play time when Obi hears their voices and creating fun opportunities for him paired with the children playing in their garden. Here is a video of Obi's progress so far!
This is such a huge leap forward from frantically barking in the house, pacing around and charging out of the back door barking at the fence. Well done Team Obi!! 👏
Young Kobe here has been working really hard through his Behaviour Support Program for sound sensitivities inside, fears outside including sounds, traffic, the car and other dogs, and most importantly his relationship with resident elderly dog Lola.
Hes such a bright young boy, with true springy Springer energy!! Keeping still or being calm are not behaviours that come naturally. Here you can see his progress with settle on a bed......and SPRING off 😄
He might be nearly 15 but the old boy still has it 😂 it's lovely to see him happy and active!!
🌟Super Star Stanley Update🌟
Team Stanley came to us for assistance as Stanley used to be very anxious about the car, it used to make him feel very sick and wasn't a very pleasant experience for him, or his team who often had to clean up afterwards!
Stanley wouldn't jump in the car through choice, he often had to be picked up to be put into the car....I don't know if you've ever tried to pick up a reluctant Rhodesian Ridgeback, but I'd imagine it's quite a struggle!!
Following our session we've been working on baby steps for Stanley, and todays update made me smile from ear to ear!!!
"We did it 😁 He tried to jump in even before the mat went in. Closed the boot and sat in with engine running and he ate his chew. He stood up and looked around once he’d finished it and I let him out, well coaxed him out as he was happy sitting in there." 🙌🏻
On a side note, Stanleys recalls are also improving following a Recall 1-1 Session last week 😁 Go team!!!! 🥳
If you'd like help with your dogs fears or behaviour get in touch today - [email protected] 07704491449
🌟 Super Star Larry 🌟
During our session yesterday joined us with Stooge dog Charlie to help Larry continue his work.
Suddenly three other unknown dogs appeared in the area all walking in different directions, so we used them to continue Larry's amazing work too!! A huge well done to Larry for:
✅Keeping his excitement under control when he sees other dogs!
✅Being in control of his own barking even when stood still - standing still is a huge trigger for Larry!
✅Walking near other dogs without greeting them!
✅Continuing his interest in his owners and eating the treats when they're offered!
A huge well done to Team Larry!!!!
If you'd like help with your dogs social skills get in touch today - [email protected]
🌟 Team Stanley 🌟 - Car Fear & Travel Sickness
Handsome young lad Stanley came to us for some support in a few areas of his life, most importantly choosing to get in the car and travelling in the car without feeling or being sick.
These are such important life skills for dogs, especially for such a sensitive breed. So we've introduced some new techniques to help Stanley. For the first time in months Stanley is:
✅Choosing to jump into the car himself.
✅Eating whilst in the car.
✅Choosing to wait to be cued out of the car.
✅Choosing to jump back into the car!!!!
A huge huge huge well done Team Stanley!!! 🥳 Keep watch on the page for further Team Stanley updates!
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💥Team Rosie Update💥
Rosie Rottie is now working on breaking focus from other passing dogs, dogs at a comfortable distance, and the sound of other dogs.
She also has a new "I NEED SPACE" jacket which is helpful for other dog owners and members of the public.
If you'd like help with your dog's behaviour contact us today - [email protected]
