A Better Bond Behavior & Training

10/07/2022

Trust takes time, just ask Victor Zaz.

This beauty arrived at the PSPCA in July of last year. He was rescued alongside 8 other dogs. We aren't sure what their lives were like before they got here, but we know they were all pretty scared.

But, over time, they have come out of their shells. Victor Zaz loves other dogs, going for walks, and observing the world. He will certainly need a patient family, and a quiet home, but would do wonderfully with a confident and social pup.

Let's share for this handsome boy, and come in to meet him any time!

02/17/2021

Dog parks can be tricky - I know a few dogs who absolutely love them, but most dogs don't really care for them.

Dog parks have come up a lot in cases recently (warmer weather) so I felt it was worthy of another pie-chart-humour attempt to convey something really important. One of my favourite quotes from Lewis Nicholls Dog Training says it best - “Some dogs like playing with other dogs. That’s great. Some dogs don’t. That’s fine too. I don’t like nightclubs so I don’t go. I have the choice. Give your dog more choice.” We are lucky in Hawkes Bay in that we have some great dog exercise areas and on the whole, a lot of great owners visiting them with their dogs. Whether all of those dogs really love being there is up for debate, but using dog parks to ‘fix’ dog problems or ignoring your dog’s behaviour when it’s inappropriate or scaring other dogs is causing a ripple effect that ends up on my doorstep (and other trainers). Dogs don’t NEED to go to the dog park and it’s perfectly normal for them not to want to be friends with every dog they meet. The best thing you can do is learn more about dog body language (check out Doggie Drawings by Lili Chin for some fun, easy visuals - her new book is amazing) and look at your dog with fresh eyes. Maybe next time you jump in the car, a nice walk somewhere quiet with some fun training and play with you would make your dog a lot happier

01/25/2021

It's not unusual to have a dog who gets excited and grabs the leash. Here's a great video demonstrating how to work with this behavior.

This is a video tutorial on how to teach your puppy not to bite at his leash. Don't start the training games, AS the problems are occurring. Start the game...

12/19/2020

12/12/2020

Here's a great demo of how simple it can be to learn fun tricks with your dog - all with positive reinforcement! Remember training is great mental enrichment and fun. If you try any of these, I would love to see video or pictures!

How to train your dog tricks! Enjoy these awesome dog tricks! CLICK HERE TO GET PUPFORD’S AWESOME FREEZE DRIED TRAINING TREATS: https://pfrd.site/highcurrenc...