Outlander Dog Training

08/15/2024

NEW SUNDAY HOURS AND CLASSES!
Message, call or text to get signed up today

08/03/2024

Message, Call or Text for questions or to get signed up!

07/29/2024

We’ve been Facebook silent for a bit- sorry folks just introducing our “newest pack member” to her brothers. ❤️🐾

I’ll continue to be on maternity leave until Sept 3rd but you can text, call or email to schedule private lessons for after that date.

I’ll be posting upcoming group classes that will occur in September and October within the next couple weeks.

06/05/2024

"Researchers at the University of California, Davis, have updated their guidelines on when to neuter 40 popular dog varieties by breed and s*x. Their recent paper in Frontiers in Veterinary Science adds five breeds to a line of research that began in 2013.”

They compared the risk of 4 different cancers, UI,PYOs, elbow and hip dysplasia as well as CCL tears for 3 different neutering ages. They even found 2 breeds (one s*x) they recommend not sterilizing. Super interesting!

https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/when-should-you-neuter-or-spay-your-dog

https://www.frontiersin.org/files/Articles/1322276/fvets-11-1322276-HTML-r2/image_m/fvets-11-1322276-t001.jpg

05/10/2024

NEW ITEMS just in time for summer!
We are often recommending certain foods and toys for training and health and are bringing them right to you locally!
We will now be carrying:
*Natural Balance dog food (dry & canned)
*Native High Performance Dog Food (dry)
*Entrust Premium Dog Food (dry)
*Nylabone antlers and rings
*Cod skin treats
*Liver training treats
*Chuck-it and more to come!

All items will be available in store at Outlander Survival Supply for purchase during their open hours of Tues-Fri 10-630 and Sat 8-4.

05/09/2024

Not training related but worth the share this time of year.
Please leave baby wildlife where you find them!

Please, don't be so quick to "rescue"...

04/25/2024

Say hi to Ricky!
Ricky came to us because he started getting into random fights with one of the dogs in the home who is deaf. Eventually he hurt the other dog’s ear so he now wears a muzzle for the safety of the other dog when together.
After a couple sessions, the fights have already decreased from several a day to one or so and we are seeing a great amount of progress just by clearing up communication throughout the household. Hopefully we will be taking that muzzle off soon when they are together.
Nice job Ricky and family! 🐾

04/18/2024

Just a week left to sign up!
2 more spots in 101, 1 spot left in 201

04/05/2024

Bruno says hi!

We are here working on basic obedience commands as well as stranger danger. Both him and dad are learning a bunch!

Good job Dad and Bruno! 🐾

03/16/2024

Say hello to Elsa and Anna!

These sweet sisters are here to learn basic manners while also keeping their natural livestock guardian instincts. We also went over how to construct their household routines to best avoid littermate syndrome from every becoming an issue. (This is more common with two females.)

They have done great and are ahead in training typical for their age!

Nice job girls 🐾

03/12/2024

Message or call to get signed up!

03/02/2024

Sully says hi!
This shepherd mix puppy is here to learn proper interactions with his older and smaller housemates since he likes to pounce on them. He is also here for basic obedience work. Scout, one of those family members, joined him in class.
Keep it up Sully! 🐾

01/07/2024

NEW YEAR? NEW OFFERINGS!

Starting Monday January 8th we will be offering these new additions to our schedule:

~Training Sessions via Facetime
~Indoor training sessions all day Monday and on Saturday afternoons
~We are now accepting all major credit cards (no longer using Venmo)
~Rent the kennel space for off leash play with your dog (only established clients; one family at a time)

Message or call for details or to sign up!

11/23/2023

Happy Thanksgiving! 🐾

Happy Thanksgiving from IRBWMD! 🥰🥰🥰

11/12/2023

In honor of Veteran’s Day we thought it the ideal time to share some exciting news!
We are now teaming up with Doggie Paddle who provide Service Dogs for Veterans.
We will be helping train their service dogs to perform special tasks which are individualized to the need of each Veteran.
We are so excited to start our training with Raynie and Rowie. 🐾

11/09/2023

A great representation of all the things we take into consideration when you come to us.
At your consult we ask a ton of questions regarding their diet, genetics, past experiences, current living conditions and other things to best help you both reach your training goals.
Message us today!

Dogs behave the way they do for many reasons. They do NOT do things deliberately to be stubborn or ‘naughty’, nor do they aim to assert control. Outdated mythologies and training methods have detrimental effects on well-being and strain the relationship between a dog and their caregiver.

🧬A dog's breed and genetic makeup can play a significant role in determining certain behavioural traits. Dogs have genetic predispositions and breed-specific tendencies that contribute to their behaviour.
Some breeds are predisposed to specific behaviours, such as herding, hunting, or guarding.

The environment in which a dog is raised and lives can profoundly impact their behaviour. Early socialisation, which involves exposing a puppy to a wide range of people, animals, and environments during their critical developmental period, is crucial for building confidence and shaping a dog's social behaviour to reduce fear or aggression.

Overstimulation can cause all kinds of unwanted behaviours as it overwhelms their senses and can lead to hyperactivity or erratic responses. For example, if a dog is exposed to loud noises, multiple people, and various stimuli all at once, or on a daily basis, they might exhibit excessive excitable behaviour, poor impulse control, become agitated and exhibit behaviours like jumping, barking, or pulling on the leash, as their senses are overwhelmed by the excessive input.

Previous experiences and learning consequences can influence a dog's behaviour. Traumatic experiences, in particular, can lead to fear, anxiety, or aggression.

How a dog is trained and educated by their caregiver or handler can significantly affect their behaviour. Consistent, positive reinforcement-based training can lead to desired behaviours, while harsh or inconsistent methods can result in confusion or fear.

A dog's health, including their physical and mental well-being, can influence their behaviour. Illness, pain, or discomfort can lead to changes in behaviour.

A dog's emotional state, including fear, anxiety, and excitement, can affect their behaviour. For example, a fearful dog may display unpredictable defensive reactive behaviours or might avoid any encounters and run away trying to hide. While a confident dog may exhibit playfulness and a relaxed demeanour.

A dog can become frustrated and destructive if their mental and physical needs are not met. This dog, full of pent-up energy and boredom, may become frustrated and exhibit poor impulse control. In their frustration, they might resort to destructive behaviours, such as chewing furniture, digging up the garden, or incessant barking. This destructive behaviour is often an expression of their frustration and an attempt to alleviate their built-up energy and mental stress.

The type of diet a dog receives can significantly influence their behaviour, with high-quality nutrition promoting better energy levels, mood, and overall well-being, while poor diet choices can lead to issues like irritability, hyperactivity, or digestive problems.

As dogs age, they may experience canine cognitive decline, which can manifest as changes in memory, learning, and behaviour. This condition can lead to increased confusion, disorientation, and altered social interactions in older dogs.

It is really important to understand that each dog is unique, and their behaviour can vary widely, even within the same breed. Dogs use body language, vocalizations, and other forms of communication to express their needs, emotions, and intentions. Understanding a dog's communication cues is essential for interpreting their behaviour.

10/31/2023

Happy Halloween from our pumpkin patch at Outlander to you!
What was your dog’s costume this year?!? Let’s see them in the comments! 🎃

09/19/2023

Last group class offers until next Spring!

09/07/2023

Say hi to Chaos!
This big puppy came to us for pulling on the leash and to learn basic obedience.
After a couple private lessons and group class, he is doing great!
Nice job Chaos! 🐾

09/02/2023

Our Canine 201 just finished up!
Working around real life distractions and also working on heel work.

*ONE SPOT LEFT in our September 201 class!*

Wednesdays at 6pm, starting next week (Sept 9th)
Message to sign up!

08/29/2023

September Classes!
Canine 101- SATURDAYS @ 10am
(9th, 16th, 23rd, & 30th)
Canine 201- Wednesdays @ 6pm
(6th, 13th, 20th & 27th)

08/23/2023

Say hi to Sassy!
This puppy was to here learn how to walk nice on a leash and to stop puppy biting.
She did great and is all signed up for the Canine 101 group class starting September 9th.
Maybe she will see your pup there!
Nice job Sassy 🐾

08/18/2023

And we’re backkk!
Tazz is here for resource guarding and reactivity. He was recently adopted so we also wanted to add in some bonding exercises. We ended our session with some agility and it turns out he is a natural!
Taz can fly! 🐾

07/17/2023

07/14/2023

TWO groups of our Canine 101 class just finished!

We practiced basic manners and commands with a focus on proper socialization and desensitization all in our real world small group classes.

Interested? Our next classes start in August!
Message to sign up today!

06/24/2023

Dave says hi!
This guy is here to learn how to not jump on other family members that visit his house.
Other then that, his training is doing great and he only needed one session with us.
Nice job Dave! 🐾

06/12/2023

Jeb is such a good boy!
He came to us for counter surfing, running away, food aggression and demand barking.
After a couple sessions with us he is doing much better!
Way to go Jeb! 🐾

06/01/2023

Say hi to little Chloe!
This little puppy came to private classes first and is now enrolled in group classes to improve socialization skills, listening skills and basic commands around distractions.
She learns so quickly! 🐾

05/24/2023

Summer Class Offerings!

05/17/2023

I get a lot of questions about kids and dogs. This sums it up perfectly in most cases. Most parents do not notice the upset signals the dogs have been giving off (often for months) before they nip. The nip is when they feel like they have not been heard and have no other choice.

Message us if you need help reading your dog’s body signals and adjusting how a home with children should be structured for the safety of your children and your dogs.

RAISING DOG FRIENDLY CHILDREN
Teach children to be dog friendly before teaching dogs to be child friendly

I’m often asked - “How can I make my dog more child friendly?”

The question really should be - “How can I make my child more dog friendly?”

Children don’t come with an inborn ability to know how to treat dogs. It’s up to us to teach them.

I’m amazed that there aren’t more dog bites considering how often I see children treating dogs like stuffed toys.

If you think about it, dogs are actually amazingly tolerant and patient with people even when their attempts to communicate through their body language, that they’re really uncomfortable, are completely ignored or not understood.

As parents, it’s an important responsibility to teach our children about how to respect and behave around dogs.

Always supervise children and dogs, even if a dog seems relaxed and friendly.

Here are some links to free, on-line resources if you’re looking for more information on how to keep children and dogs safe together -

https://kidsarounddogs.co.uk/pages/free-resources
https://www.familypaws.com/resources/
https://www.cooperandkids.com
https://www.gooddoginabox.com/top-20-ways-keep-kids-and-dogs-safe/
https://poochparenting.net/blog/