09/23/2024
This afternoon, I worked with the place command with my crew to help establish calm in the house.
My Malinois, Nash, who just turned 7mo is navigating a critical growth phase, characterized by unintentional disruptions within our home due to his inherent breed traits and spatial unawareness. As a result, Nash frequently knocks over objects, individuals, or fellow dogs without realizing it.
To address this, I will concentrate on teaching Nash essential household manners and calmness, as well as designating an appropriate area for self-regulation. Having achieved notable progress in outdoor calmness and neutrality, my focus now shifts to replicating these outcomes indoors. Utilizing Nash's recently completed E-collar conditioning, I will establish clear household boundaries. Effective training demands considerable time, patience, and dedication – resources I haven't been able to allocate over the past two months, prompting Nash's temporary residence at the kennel. As my schedule returns to normal, Nash will rejoin our household.
To maintain balance, I have implemented measures such as pre-bedtime kenneling, providing my older dogs with relaxation time, and intermittent breaks from Nash's high energy.
Furthermore, I ensure Nash respects his elders by moderating play and toy interactions, reinforcing household rules and hierarchy when necessary.
