Before socialization training with Canine Compassion dog Training, Rosie, our friendly, boisterous doodle girl would jump up and jerk the leash every time she saw a new person walk by and Thor, our fear-reactive shih tzu boy would bark a warning for strangers to stay away. After socialization training, we can sit and have a cup of coffee while Rosie & Thor sit quietly near us. We could never take either of these two out in public before socialization training...I highly recommend checking it out!
Fun enrichment activity - make them use their brain. This morning we are having an "Easter egg" hunt. Rosie and Harvey are searching for food and treats tossed on the grass, aka a giant shuffle mat!
Harvey is a friendly, exuberant, curious pup. He's also an enthusiastic gundog who thrives on vigorous exercise, positive training, and a lot of love. At less than a year old, he still has a lot to learn about impulse control, but he responds very well to our friend Chandra, owner of Canine Compassion dog Training. This was Harvey's first lesson with Chandra here at Happy Dogs yesterday.