Make Sit Happen

05/25/2024

This is why dog training (or ANY type of training) takes time.

It takes about 300-500 reps for a skill or behavior to become 'natural' and develop muscle memory.

Now if your dog learned a skill 'incorrectly or has engaged in an undesirable behavior 300-500 times.. it's going to take 10x the amount of correct repetitions or correct behavior choices to counter the incorrect ones.

That's 3000-5000 correct reps, to fix that bad habit!

So it's totally normal if dog training takes time.

It's normal to have good and bad days.

Its normal if it feels like it's taking a long time!

Some dogs don't just have 300-500 reps of incorrectly practiced behaviours.. but MONTHS or YEARS.

You're not going to "fix" that in a one hour training session, or a 6 week groupclass or sometimes even months of training.

Every dog, every person, and every situation is different.

Real change takes time. Be patient. Be kind. Be consistent. You will get there!

05/23/2024

Who fancies a trip to the funfair? 🎪

Here's the catch: There are a few rules to follow!
❌ No rides allowed
❌ Forget about indulging in tasty treats
❌ No wandering off to explore
❌ In fact, you might as well spend the whole trip blindfolded!

Still up for the trip? Or does it sound a bit dull now?

OK, so instead of the fair, let's think of this adventure as your dog's walk. 🐕 How would that look?

🐾 Skip out on sniffing, with every interesting scent cut short
🐾 Walk closely on a short lead, unable to explore freely without a chance to enjoy the surroundings
🐾 No treats or reinforcement for great behaviour choices

Doesn't sound like much fun for your dog, does it?

Of course, having a dog who is able to listen, values hanging out with you and doesn’t pull you from lamppost to lamppost is important - and that’s where games that teach those vital skills and concepts come in.

And yet it’s also so important to remember that a walk is an opportunity for your dog to use that super sniffer to learn about their world. It’s a brilliant form of mental enrichment.

Do you and your dog enjoy a good sniffari walk? We’d love to hear your experiences. 💬

Make sniffing a team game rather than a solo effort where you are left on the sidelines by exploring the wonderful world of scentwork with your dog!

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05/21/2024

Watch the Top 5 Games for Every Dog to get an idea of what our training exercises look like.

In this week’s AbsoluteDogs TV Episode, we discuss:Whether you have a brand new cuddly puppy, an active adult dog, a wild adolescent dog or a trusty senior c...

05/19/2024

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Make Sit Happen and Have Fun Doing It!

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04/29/2024

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04/11/2024

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04/05/2024

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03/30/2024

Happy Valentines Day! AND it's Podcast Day!

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In this special episode, we dive into the challenges of getting partners, family & friends on board with your dog training journey! You’ll learn very practical strategies of how to turn conflict around dog training to true teamwork!

As usual, we’ll also be sharing some insanely funny cringe dog-owning stories including a very special toy that literally horrified me!

03/27/2024

" A calm dog is a happy dog"

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Schedule a free initial consultation to learn what the Calmness Protocol can do for you.

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03/04/2024

Train your dog using Positive Reinforcement and Games!

If the training is FUN, you and your dog are much more likely to participate and follow through with the program!

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02/28/2024

02/16/2024

Handsome Teddy is here for a Board and Train to work on basic obedience! He's an independent boy learning that he doesn't have to be "on gaurd" ALL of the time.

(His Saint Bernard/Great Pyrenees instincts have him convinced otherwise)

He's an absolute love and one of the few dogs I've met that actually enjoys and illicits hugs.

02/04/2024

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01/30/2024

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01/13/2024

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01/03/2024

Having a Ball: How you and your dog can have a positive mindset during training.

12/29/2023

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12/26/2023

🎆Fireworks can be scary for dogs, but here at Absolute Dogs we know there is a lot you can do to make the experience as calm and stress free as possible. 🐕

Be Prepared:

🏠 Stay Indoors: Walk before dusk and stay inside once the fireworks start. If you do need to head out again after dark, keep your dog on a lead.
🆔 Update ID: Ensure your dog's ID is up to date just in case.
🎧 Noise Pairing: Create a calm, positive association with all noises, big and small, to ease anxiety.
💡 Talk to Your Vet: Discuss options for helping your dog feel a little more relaxed. Adding some Calm-K9 (from AbsoluteDogs’ sister company A-OK9) to your dog’s daily food is a brilliant natural way to provide some extra calming support.
🎮 Play Games: Boost your dog's optimism around novelty and invest in calmness.
🪣 Empty the Stress Bucket: Give your dog time to relax and empty their stress bucket before the event.

On the Night:
📺 Mask Noises: Play the TV or radio to mask fireworks noise.
🍽️ Reward Positively: If your dog is receptive to food, support them with a positive outcome as noises happen.
🌆 Limit Sight and Sound: Close curtains, keep lights on, and limit what your dog can see and hear.
🏡 Create a Safe Space: Offer a calm, safe space for your dog to retreat or seek comfort.
🏃 Keep Moving: In stressful situations, movement makes you feel better, so if your dog is up for a game, getting them moving can help them cope.
🐾 Soothing Activities: Prepare filled bones, Calm Mats from A-OK9, Kongs, and long-lasting chews in advance for soothing distractions.
Remember, with a little preparation you can help your dog have a calmer and happier experience during fireworks. 🎆🐕

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12/06/2023

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Private Dog Training in the North and Northwest Phoenix Valley

12/06/2023

Doing Nothing is so important!!