If you're trying to drain your dog's energy, the walk is one of the most important things we can do. Not only is it physically enriching, as discussed in this video, but it's mentally enriching, as well, because the dog has to constantly remind themselves to stay at your pace.
And, perhaps the most important part, it's the ultimate bonding activity between dog and human. Dogs are migratory animals, meaning that they've physically and mentally evolved to travel long distances, usually in a group. But the groups they travel in aren't strangers, they're family members. So by joining them on this journey to fulfill their physical and mental needs, we're solidifying ourselves as part of the family. So the walk is about far more than just exercising or draining their energy, it's also about building and maintaining the relationship between the dog and their human. ❤️💕
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If you're trying to drain your dog's energy, the walk is one of the most important things we can do. Not only is it physically enriching, as discussed in this video, but it's mentally enriching, as well, because the dog has to constantly remind themselves to stay at your pace.
And, perhaps the most important part, it's the ultimate bonding activity between dog and human. Dogs are migratory animals, meaning that they've physically and mentally evolved to travel long distances, usually in a group. But the groups they travel in aren't strangers, they're family members. So by joining them on this journey to fulfill their physical and mental needs, we're solidifying ourselves as part of the family. So the walk is about far more than just exercising or draining their energy, it's also about building and maintaining the relationship between the dog and their human. ❤️💕
#dogtraining #dogtrainingtips #dogwalking
If you're trying to drain your dog's energy, the walk is one of the most important things we can do. Not only is it physically enriching, as discussed in this video, but it's mentally enriching, as well, because the dog has to constantly remind themselves to stay at your pace.
And, perhaps the most important part, it's the ultimate bonding activity between dog and human. Dogs are migratory animals, meaning that they've physically and mentally evolved to travel long distances, usually in a group. But the groups they travel in aren't strangers, they're family members. So by joining them on this journey to fulfill their physical and mental needs, we're solidifying ourselves as part of the family. So the walk is about far more than just exercising or draining their energy, it's also about building and maintaining the relationship between the dog and their human. ❤️💕
#dogtraining #dogtrainingtips #dogwalking
If you're trying to drain your dog's energy, the walk is one of the most important things we can do. Not only is it physically enriching, as discussed in this video, but it's mentally enriching, as well, because the dog has to constantly remind themselves to stay at your pace.
And, perhaps the most important part, it's the ultimate bonding activity between dog and human. Dogs are migratory animals, meaning that they've physically and mentally evolved to travel long distances, usually in a group. But the groups they travel in aren't strangers, they're family members. So by joining them on this journey to fulfill their physical and mental needs, we're solidifying ourselves as part of the family. So the walk is about far more than just exercising or draining their energy, it's also about building and maintaining the relationship between the dog and their human. ❤️💕
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If the only interactions two dogs ever have with each other are those of excitement and play, then they won't learn any other way to interact with one another.
That means that (A) They're not learning to control their intensity. When interacting, many dogs tend to match the energy of the other dog, which means that, if nothing interrupts that exchange, they will keep amping each other up. It's important to note that dogs are not human, so, left to their own devices, they will handle situations the way that dogs handle situations: With their bodies. So if anything happens (one dog gets scared, or hurt, and the other dog won't stop playing), that's a potential dog fight.
It also means that (B) Once the excitement level reaches high enough, the dogs are more interesting and valuable to each other than the human is. Anytime that we have dogs playing, we want to be able to call them off each other, or have them lower their energy levels. If the other dog is more appealing than the human, then that can't happen.
Boo and Bodhi are brothers, and they play like brothers! But, as great as that is, we still need them to learn to be calm around each other. We don't want them to ONLY have an association of excitement with each other.
Here we're working with Oliver on his Existence Socialization, which is the idea of teaching the dog to be around stimuli without feeling the need to react.
You'll notice that I'm letting him wander a bit and not asking him to sit down, and that's an adjustment I made specifically for Oliver. If his reactivity was worse, or he was unable to stand still, I'd ask him to sit next to me, but this session is more about building confidence, so I'm giving him a bit more freedom. For most dogs, I'd have them sit or lie down next to me. I'm also using a clicker for him, as this can be extremely helpful with dogs having a harder time focusing.
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Here we're working with Oliver on his Existence Socialization, which is the idea of teaching the dog to be around stimuli without feeling the need to react.
You'll notice that I'm letting him wander a bit and not asking him to sit down, and that's an adjustment I made specifically for Oliver. If his reactivity was worse, or he was unable to stand still, I'd ask him to sit next to me, but this session is more about building confidence, so I'm giving him a bit more freedom. For most dogs, I'd have them sit or lie down next to me. I'm also using a clicker for him, as this can be extremely helpful with dogs having a harder time focusing.
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DID YOU KNOW that muzzle training has many benefits that aren't just for aggressive or bite-risk dogs?
✓ Muzzles can be used to aid in training and socialization when dealing with problem behaviors, such as reactivity, anxiety/fear, eating things that shouldn't, etc.
✓ Muzzles can be used as a management tool for health issues that can make eating things a life and death situations, such as PICA and ME.
✓ Muzzles can be used to give nervous, fearful and reactive dogs the space they need to build the confidence around strange people.
✓ It can also be used to safely introduce new dogs to each other, especially if you don't know how well they will get along.
✓ and many more!
DID YOU KNOW that if properly introduced to a muzzle, a dog will not only be comfortable and confident while wearing it, but will generally have a positive association with the muzzle and get excited to see it?
✓ Contrary to popular belief, you don't just slap a muzzle on a dog and call it a day. You need to introduce it properly, which means training and patience. It also means LOTS of opportunities to make that muzzle a party hat and treat dispenser! When it comes out, good things are happening.
✓ A muzzle is not a substitute for training. It is a tool to be used as part of training.
DO YOU KNOW the difference between a properly fit basket muzzle and an improperly fit one?
✓ A properly sized basket muzzle allows your dog to pant fully, drink water, play, and even accept treats (unless modified to prevent scavenging/eating things). They cause no hindrance to breathing, even during exercise, and only prevent the ability to bite.
☆ MUZZLED DOGS ARE NOT BAD DOGS, BUT THEY MAY NEED SOME EXTRA SPACE. OWNERS OF MUZZLED DOGS ARE RESPONSIBLE OWNERS, REGARDLESS OF WHY THEY MUZZLE.☆
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I had someone ask why I chose Zira (the 10 lbs Miniature Pinscher) for certain videos, because "small dogs aren't the ones people have problems with."
I completely understand that, and that's why I have plenty of videos using big dogs. But I think it's important to keep in mind that small dogs are dogs, too. Just because they're small doesn't mean they're not prone to the same behavioral issues as big dogs.
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It doesn't have to be INSIDE your house, but whether it's asking your dog to come when called, asking them to walk nicely on a leash, or anything else, start off in low distraction environments. Inside your home is the easiest place. Once they can do it reliably with no distractions, we slowly start adding them in and taking them outside, with heavier distractions.
This is part of a longer video about the importance of training your dog inside the home. If you'd like to see the rest, click the link in the comments.
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"Place" is such an important behavior for a dog or puppy to learn. Not only is it beneficial for the dog (builds impulse control, teaches focus, etc), but it's helpful for the human, too.
Do you use "Place" with your dogs or puppies? How do you feel about it? How has it been helpful to you?
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When you teach your dog what leash pressure means and how to respond to it, you are laying the foundation to all your leash skills from basic loose leash walking to a more advanced heel.
Here our *GOAL* is to teach your dog that leash pressure means to check in with the handler/owner. Most dogs learn to PULL THROUGH the pressure and fight against it, leading to a dog who chokes themselves on walk, dragging their owners down the road. Here we teach that that pressure simply means to come back to their owner and not to try to pull against the pressure.
We teach the dog to think for themselves and make good choices, as well as how to turn the leash pressure off themselves, before AND when introducing training tools for more precise, clear communication.
Here you see a 6 month of Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppy learning what leash pressure means. Only a leash and high value treats, no corrections, no yanking, no commands.
DID YOU KNOW that #muzzletraining has many benefits that aren't just for aggressive or bite-risk dogs?
✓ #Muzzles can be used to aid in training and socialization when dealing with problem behaviors, such as reactivity, anxiety/fear, eating things that shouldn't, etc.
✓ Muzzles can be used as a management tool for health issues that can make eating things a life and death situations, such as PICA and ME.
✓ Muzzles can be used to give nervous, fearful and reactive dogs the space they need to build the confidence around strange people.
✓ It can also be used to safely introduce new dogs to each other, especially if you don't know how well they will get along.
✓ and many more!
DID YOU KNOW that if properly introduced to a #muzzle, a #dog will not only be comfortable and confident while wearing it, but will generally have a positive association with the muzzle and get excited to see it?
✓ Contrary to popular belief, you don't just slap a muzzle on a dog and call it a day. You need to introduce it properly, which means training and patience. It also means LOTS of opportunities to make that muzzle a party hat and treat dispenser! When it comes out, good things are happening.
✓ A muzzle is not a substitute for training. It is a tool to be used as part of training.
DO YOU KNOW the difference between a properly fit basket muzzle and an improperly fit one?
✓ A properly sized basket muzzle allows your dog to pant fully, drink water, play, and even accept treats (unless modified to prevent scavenging/eating things). They cause no hindrance to breathing, even during exercise, and only prevent the ability to bite.
☆ MUZZLED DOGS ARE NOT BAD DOGS, BUT THEY MAY NEED SOME EXTRA SPACE. OWNERS OF MUZZLED DOGS ARE RESPONSIBLE OWNERS, REGARDLESS OF WHY THEY MUZZLE.☆
#dogtraining #puppytraining #muzzleconditioning #miniaturepinscher Pupdates From Some Minor Dog Training
Building a dog's ability and desire to focus on you in public is one of the most important things we should focus on. This exercise is great for building that engagement, especially in new environments.
You can see at the end of the video that 9 month old Seager's focus is intently on me. ❤️💕
*Existence Socialization is mentioned in this video. To learn more about that, click the link in the comments.
Zira's introduction to Scent Work.
❤️ To see the rest of the process, click the link in the comments. ❤️
Despite her size, Zira is a working dog. Not just by breed, but her personality. She loves to work, and she's great at using her nose.
It's important to remember that there are certain behaviors that dogs are genetically predisposed to doing. If they don't get that stimulation, they can redirect that energy into something else, like barking or digging. Exercises like this can help fulfill that drive, making them calmer and more balanced.
This is a multi-part video, so please follow my page to stay current on her progress! ❤️💕
Front Door Manners
Zira (the miniature pinscher) has actually never done this before. She's the youngest, and least-trained member of our little family, which is why I use her for many of my videos, because she's actually brand new to a lot of these behaviors. It's also why I chose to have a young child help me, because SHE'S never done this before, either.
Don't worry, despite it appearing like Zira has the opportunity to run out, I have taken steps to ensure that she's safe, including me standing outside so she can't get past me when the baby is doing it.
❤️ THE LINK TO THE WHOLE VIDEO IS IN THE COMMENTS ❤️
Practicing "Leave It" with Zira, the 1 year old Miniature Pinscher
Zira doing muzzle conditioning
