Spenser's Dream Dog Training

08/30/2024

https://topdogtips.com/stay-humane-myths-facts-electric-dog-collars/

Electric dog collars may be effective, but they also come with other negative results. There are many other training aids on the market that are more humane

07/17/2024

LET’S TALK TOOLS

Red Arrow: Harness that fits around the dog’s body and when connected to a clip leash, creates a pulling reaction from the dog. This pulling reaction triggers the shoulders and chest muscles to be used which then influences the dog to use strength to get where they need to. If you have properly trained your dog to walk right next to you on a harness, you will not experience the pulling. Congratulations, I have yet to see this. 😂

Orange Arrow: Flat collar, usually used to connect a clip leash to and often times sits on the bottom of the neck due to gravity and the dog’s head being higher than the shoulders. This then triggers the dog’s shoulder muscles and the pulling starts. Again, this teaches the dog that strength needs to be used to get where they need to. If you have properly trained your dog to walk next to you on a flat collar, you will not experience the pulling. The majority of dogs I see are pulling during this setup.

Blue Arrow: Slip Leash is very high on the neck where it is placed behind the ears, behind the jaw bone, and it allows us to influence the dog’s head and brain. Shoulders and chest muscles are not triggered and physical strength is not used during the walk. When used correctly, little to no pressure is on the leash and physical strength is used by the dog to get from point A to point B. If you have properly trained your dog to walk next to you on a slip leash, you will not experience any pulling.

Out of the 3 tools shown, the slip leash is one of the most productive tools to create a structured walk, a calm mind, and a solid relationship.

Ever watch anyone walk a horse by the saddle?

Yeah, me either.

That’s because when you walk a 1000lb animal, you need to influence the brain and not the body.

Let’s start influencing our dog’s mentally and not physically.

11/20/2023

07/03/2023

03/28/2023

Beginner Dog obedience classes will begin this saturday April 1-2023 @ 11am.at Animal House Kennels.
We will be working towards the Akc Star puppy test and cgc.

03/04/2023

Puppy socialisation is NOT just about playing with other dogs.

In fact, too much uncontrolled exposure to other dogs can cause so many unintended consequences.

If you have a puppy, make sure you try to work on ALL aspects of socialisation, as listed in the bottom graphic.

01/28/2023

It’s a way to express how much an individual loves dogs, unfortunately, it doesn’t take the dog’s comfort into account.

01/26/2023

12/04/2022

Stretching has many meanings for dogs, but it can also be used as an indication of their physical health? This blog will help you learn how.

11/15/2022

With this “leave it” training method, the thing you want your dog to leave alone or stop obsessing over becomes the cue for him to look at you.

04/07/2022

Sharing since it's that time of Year. Please keep your pets safe.

11/09/2021

Brought to you by Pet Poison Helpline From all of us at Pet Poison Helpline and AKC Reunite, we want to wish you, your family and your furry friends a safe and Happy Turkey Day! During this time of family, friends and festivities, we also want to help prevent your pet from

10/20/2021

Fake service dog, lying about a dog, business bans dogs, can I bring my dog?

09/15/2021

Great infographic.
Be careful to not overload your best friend!

08/06/2021

Did you know the way you deliver treats when you're training your dog can exponentially increase your success? Watch along to discover 5 simple ways to deliv...

07/29/2021

It's the "belly-rub" for me 😂.

07/27/2021

Are you the type of dog owner who loves to play with your dog or puppy? It’s a great way to have fun, teach your dog life skills, and can help reduce fear. T...

07/27/2021

Reinforcement based dog training almost sounds too good to be true. Being able to have the dog of your dreams without ever physically correcting your dog or ...

04/28/2021