Happy Stretch Dog Training LLC

Happy Stretch Dog Training LLC Provide science-based positive reinforcement dog training by implementing the principle of behavior analysis.
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Happy Stretch offers 1:1/virtual private sessions, puppy training, walk & train, therapy dog training, and cooperative care training.

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03/01/2024

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Please help us congratulate Indi and service dog Otto for successfully passing their Public Access Test and becoming an Atlas Certified Team! We are beyond thrilled for this wonderful team who has worked incredibly hard together.⁠

“Having Otto in my life has opened up so many opportunities that I never imagined where possible. He opened so many doors that I thought were shut to me and I am so grateful that I have him by my side. We never could’ve gotten where we are today without Atlas; with the training, the unquestionable support from all members, be it trainers, team facilitator’s, and the other clients. I truly value the sense of community that Atlas has created, and feel so blessed to have finished this milestone in Otto and I’s journey with their support.” -Indi⁠

A great big thank you to Indi’s Team Facilitator, Sugako for the amazing support and guidance she provided this team.⁠

We wish Indi and Otto only great things as they continue on their journey together! ⁠

Image description: Photo of Indi sitting on some steps and smiling. Otto, a black and white bernedoodle is behind Indi and has his paws up on her shoulder.⁠

I did it! I am an Altas certified service dog trainer! アトラスアシスタントドッグスのサービスドックトレーナー認定!サービスドック、日本では補助犬の数はまだまだ少なく、なかなか利用者の手...
01/11/2024

I did it! I am an Altas certified service dog trainer!

アトラスアシスタントドッグスのサービスドックトレーナー認定!

サービスドック、日本では補助犬の数はまだまだ少なく、なかなか利用者の手に届きにくいのが現実です。私の夢は、いつかこっちで学んだ知識と経験を、日本で活躍しているサービスドックトレーナーさんたち、または自分でサービスドックトレーニングをしたいと思っている人達と繋がり、犬の行動分析学に基づいたトレーニング方法を広める事です。

時間はかかるかもしれませんが、より多くの方を幸せにできるようにこれからも頑張ります!

I know Noodle since she was a puppy camper. My little fluffy niece. You made all of us proud 🥹😭🥹😭Repost from .and.noodle...
10/10/2023

I know Noodle since she was a puppy camper. My little fluffy niece. You made all of us proud 🥹😭🥹😭
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Noodle finished her “Control Unleashed” program today. Sugako is one of the most positive, upbeat and encouraging trainers we’ve come across! (She is apparently also Noodle’s favorite human… Noodle is completely crazy around her - which means it’s always a good training opportunity when Sugako is around lol)
Noodle is doing very well on her training journey but puppy brain is still very real. 😂

#狗狗 #狗狗日常

We will have another Puppy Training Camp coming up soon! Don’t miss it!
09/05/2023

We will have another Puppy Training Camp coming up soon! Don’t miss it!

There is space in next week’s Puppy Training Camp!
For pups 8-18 weeks (or 20 weeks if under 20 lbs). Mon-Th 8:30am- 12:30pm. They get a TON of great opportunities and you get a break 😀!
Go to the Puppy Programs page on our website for all details and registration!

https://dogsdayoutseattle.com/puppy-training/

BTW - the puppy to the right of here is available for adoption. I'm fostering her this week so if you are interested feel free to DM or email: [email protected] for more details on her!

08/27/2023

Disability skill training: “Take me home”

This skill is often used for a client who has psychiatric disorders, cognitive disorders, dementia, and/or autism. The dog takes the handler back home safely without stopping or sniffing anything on the way home.

Cake is not a service dog in training dog but I always practice training with my own dogs so I can help my clients efficiently. Practice makes perfect!

Dog friendly event in Seattle
07/19/2023

Dog friendly event in Seattle

We're coming to Seattle! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon with fellow dog parents and their furry friends. You don't want to miss this!

07/07/2023

Not just one of us, but FIVE (Cyn Howell, Sugako Sasaki, Erica Wells, Keiko Swanberg and Danette Johnston) of your DDO trainers are in the Top 15 in WA! Yes, we take up a 3rd of the top 15 😀🐾👏💕
Come to DDO to work with the BEST trainers!




I’m so so proud of Addie! Way to go, team Addie!!Repost from •She’s working so hard and doing so good and this is only t...
07/02/2023

I’m so so proud of Addie! Way to go, team Addie!!

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She’s working so hard and doing so good and this is only taking her standard treat mix. Thanks to for getting us this far.

Yay! I’m one of the SniffSpot Top Trainers in WA! Thank you so much for your continuous support and love!
06/21/2023

Yay! I’m one of the SniffSpot Top Trainers in WA! Thank you so much for your continuous support and love!

Interesting!
06/14/2023

Interesting!

AUTISTIC SPECTRUM DISORDER IN DOGS

Researchers have been exploring the possibility that Autism exists in dogs since the 1960’s. A study was released in 2011, where similarities were found between repetitive tail-chasing behaviours in bull terriers and ASD in humans, but they are yet to produce a definitive conclusion.

You can read about the study here:

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/50938423_Characteristics_of_compulsive_tail_chasing_and_associated_risk_factors_in_Bull_Terriers

From the study:

“Although tail chasing in dogs is commonly de-scribed as a compulsive disorder or partial seizure dis-order, findings of the present study lead to another possibility. Males had a slight (8%) but significantly greater risk for developing tail chasing than females. Furthermore, tail chasing in Bull Terriers is closely associated with episodic aggression and trance-like behavior. In terms of the cluster of clinical signs and manifestations of tail chasing, it is speculated that this syndrome in Bull Terriers may have features in common with autism in humans. Autism is also more common in males, is associated with explosive aggression, trance-like staring, and involves repetitive movements and self-injurious behavior. In addition, autism is characterized by autonomy, impaired social interactions, and obsession with objects. Many owners of Bull Terriers with tail-chasing behavior describe their dogs as asocial, somewhat withdrawn, and abnormally preoccupied with objects, such as balls or sticks.”

Despite a lack of definitive evidence from the research carried out over the years, it is now widely acknowledged that Autism may be present in dogs, although canines do not share all of the symptoms which occur in humans. The canine condition which presents with similar clinical signs as ASD is known as Canine Dysfunctional Behaviour, and differs to ASD in that there is no spectrum. It is difficult to diagnose, so vets must rely on observation and analysis of behaviour, noting compulsive tendencies, repetitive behaviours, and impairments in social skills, as well as comparing what is considered normal and abnormal behaviours. In order to diagnose, other medical and behavioural conditions need to be ruled out first, as there are many which present with similar symptoms, such as anxiety, neurological disease, and hypothyroidism. There is no test specifically for it, although a diagnosis is often based on behavioural characteristics.

Some behaviours which might manifest in Canine Dysfunctional Behaviour include:

*Repetitive behaviours, such as tail-chasing, or circling
*Distress from having their routine interrupted
*Difficulty in adapting to new situations or environments
*Hypersensitivity to sensations such as light and touch
*Anxious, fearful or aggressive behaviours when interacting

Once Canine Dysfunctional Behaviour is diagnosed, there are a number of ways to treat it; for example, prescribing medications like Prozac, as well as putting management in place to minimise stress, and tailoring exercise to provide support.

Being able to recognise and understand canine body language is a skill which is really beneficial, as it provides us with insight into how our dog might be feeling, and it can help us to identify when they are in pain or unwell. The more familiar we are with their more subtle communications, the better we can understand and help them. The research available on Canine Dysfunctional Behaviour is far from comprehensive, but in raising awareness that brain chemistry in dogs is highly complex, and differences in the way that the brain processes information do occur, we can foster greater empathy, understanding, and patience for our dogs who struggle, and do our utmost to meet their needs.

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PLEASE NOTE: If you have ANY concerns at all about your dog’s health, behaviour, or well-being, always make a consultation with your vet your first port of call. When we observe a sudden change in behaviour or anything at all unusual, this always warrants a thorough veterinary examination in order to rule out any underlying pain, discomfort, or previously undetected health conditions. The importance of this is highlighted in the recent study carried out, entitled “Pain and Problem Behaviour in Cats and Dogs.” Doctor Daniel Mills et al. found that, of 100 recent referral cases of several authors, around a third of those involved some form of painful condition, although this figure is a rather conservative estimate; the actual figure is thought to be as much as eighty per cent! You can read about the study here:

https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/10/2/318

** Please do not under-estimate the impact of pain, discomfort, gastrointestinal issues, allergies, fear, anxiety, and many other conditions which impact behaviour! **

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References

https://www.petmd.com/dog/behavior/can-dogs-have-autism

https://outwardhound.com/furtropolis/dogs/can-dogs-have-autism

https://www.greatpetcare.com/dog-behavior/can-dogs-be-autistic/ #:~:text=Other%20behaviors%20can%20include%20poor,can%20exist%2C%E2%80%9D%20says%20Parthasarathy.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21453176/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5190146/

https://d1wqtxts1xzle7.cloudfront.net/47335954/Canine_Compulsive_Behavior_An_Overview_a20160718-10347-ihx1dq-libre.pdf?1468886672=&response-content-disposition=inline%3B+filename%3DCanine_compulsive_Behavior_An_overview_a.pdf&Expires=1686959639&Signature=XA8XHLiUN5IxfQBz7DoXdL4qwvSBGH4Hzw1S2sH4jH0Y9VIlG6LyEz7PyTDbLM-V6kx6qarlg6WM4280XTPtQvqzzpMKeJihKC0ESNNBy9JcKzY6w39pOofUm29W4jYgQ5Bmhjce53EzNisIXSDVufznWo9fr1T-gSMRVGB7pmyoV25q6rXmvRVZuPwIXUQPvciYROn3QB6zt5SoJKaVZIfgPVL4~~ohv8t51ps~ZLYIyQR7HT1Jpuv22WjPtmMlQW3sf8BTG3oe-bq7A2RJbz~D1nnOn5FwI8Gxg6BwebBVl8XTdFJoBxqGj-WeyB8jvBohUo-Yq8Qs~IjiWkZXnQ__&Key-Pair-Id=APKAJLOHF5GGSLRBV4ZA

https://vaccineimpact.com/2017/autism-symptoms-in-pets-rise-as-pet-vaccination-rates-rise/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/dog-days/201607/can-dogs-have-autism

https://www.vetinfo.com/dog-autism-symptoms.html

https://www.sciencealert.com/anxious-dogs-have-measurable-differences-in-their-brains-that-are-similar-to-ours?fbclid=IwAR069qxeN601TtbAwMppNAmXDA8Kx2LtG1IhIzJsFfbEYrSFoOMpqsTqdzs_aem_th_Af8tjIwM70Pu77VaibbOaMdWxieOxJwgLFCAM-dS-CWyTzftC5m7DQWgbRZOFbwgqDs



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06/12/2023

Exciting news!!! Our core course for guardians of puppies 8-20 weeks old is now available for everyone everywhere 🌎😀
This 1 hour, 40 minute recorded course will take you through 4 weeks of age-appropriate management and training curriculum to get you started on all things puppy! And it’s only $49.95!
We are currently setting up a direct access link on our new website (coming soon!) but if you would like to purchase now, just email: [email protected]
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Puppy Training Camp is BACK!
06/10/2023

Puppy Training Camp is BACK!

Puppy Training Camp at Dog's Day Out Burien on Mon Jul 17 2023, 08:30am: Puppy Training Camp is comprehensive structured program with a set curriculum....

Barking is just inconvenient for humans and we tend to see that as a challenging behavior but barking is normal!
06/08/2023

Barking is just inconvenient for humans and we tend to see that as a challenging behavior but barking is normal!

This is Marley. Marley is a Pomeranian. Marley can be barky. “Duh” you say? Yeah, so did I (and Marley’s mom!). Barking is a normal, natural dog behavior but probably the one that causes the most conflict between dogs and humans. Humans really don’t like barking. Dogs bark for lots of reasons (alert, frustration, fear, engagement seeking…) so the 1st step in toning it down is figuring out why, when and where the dog barks so we can come up with a compromise both the dog and human can live with.

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06/02/2023

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DDO HAS THE BEST TRAINERS! 5 of us were voted in the top 15 in Washington state. That’s right, we made up a 3rd of the top 15.
Not only are we awesome 😎 but I believe we’re also the most credentialed training center around. Here are some of the certifications our trainers hold: Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Certified Fear Free Professional, Certified Nosework Instructor, Family Dog Mediator, Certified Control Unleashed Instructor, Licensed Veterinary Technician, IAABC-ADT, KPA-CTC, AKC CGC & Tricks Evaluator… should I go on? What can I say, we all love to learn!

https://www.sniffspot.com/blog/dog-trainers/washington

05/31/2023

Huckleberry is my Service dog in-training boy. He has learned to 1) pick up an item, 2) hold it in his mouth and 3) release and now he is using his new skills to help with a real life situation, laundry 🧺!

They are recently accepted by Atlas Assistance Dogs. I have been working with them since last Summer. Huckleberry has learned (and refining) to maintain his *big feelings* when he sees another dog and focuses on his tasks, passed Canine Good Citizen test and already generalizing what he has learned into real life practice like in the video. I’m beyond proud of team Huckleberry.

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