So, you know you should use play to build drive and it looks super fun…. But when you do it your all thumbs. Here’s my daughter learning how to do it, she shows some things a lot of people do wrong. Here are some rules I use when playing with those shark teeth:
1) Keep the toy between you and the dog
2) Keep a leash on so you can get control if needed
3) SHORT SESSIONS, quit while they are still interested
3) Play when THEY are interested
4) Start slow! Not all puppies are going to hit hard right away
5) Play stops if they direct frustration onto you
10 week old Aussie puppy named Chili 🌶️
What to do with that puppy Energy tornado!
Welcome to the joys of puppy parenthood! Learn how to transform your puppy's limitless energy into a strength, using play to teach self-regulation, impulse control, and attentive listening, setting you both up for lifelong success. Especially for anyone wanting to do dog sports, it’s important to build their confidence and their drive. This exercise teaches an on/off switch while focusing their drive into something productive.
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