We approach something good and avoid something bad. That is basic survival behaviors in the animal world.
Positive reinforcement teaches our dogs to repeat wanted behaviors such as sit, wait and recall.
Correction can teach your dog self preservation that will keep themselves and others safe.
Some dogs don't realize approaching a strange dog or a moving vehicle can be life threatening. By correcting them...not too much or too little.. with the proper communication from you, you can effectively tell your dog to avoid those dangerous behaviors.
Protecting your dog from themselves (bite history with other dogs or humans) is your responsibility. You have to be able to advocate and communicate with your dog effectively especially if they are reactive/sensitive to their environment.
Become a part of the Sit Happens Dog Training family! I'm offering gift certificates for your family or friends. 1 or 2 session certificates are available for the month of December. I offer 6 session packages normally so take advantage of the gift of dog training to get your family members a head start with a few sessions. If they want to continue with additional sessions, they will not have to sign up for the 6 sessions. They will be able to choose from 4 or 5 session packages, depending on the certificate you choose for them.
We are flexible with training times and work with your lifestyle and beliefs. You'll always have access to us as long as you need us. 🐾
This is the first time Baldur saw the mean ol' kitty 🖤 We were doing confidence building in Halloween Express when Baldur was a year old. They've always been welcoming there for us.
Baldur is a very confident dog. Choosing a service dog is about a dog that doesn't have anxiety and can bounce back with anything that is new or a bit disconcerting.
Bring them out to busy places but work up to it if needed. Baldur was able to do any noisy environment without issue. He's very confident. He's saved my life in so many ways.
Thank you Baldur for being my ride or die. Good boy 🖤🤎🐾
Baldur is 6 today! November 17th, 2024 🐕🦺
Baldur saw this kitty a few years earlier at a Halloween store. He saw him again last year. I think he remembered it 😊🐾
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Baldur is my service dog for my Gulf War illness disabilities 🖤🤎 He's always been my ride or die. He's saved my life in so many ways.
Live in the moment. Our dogs remind us the drama isn't as important as we think it is. Live and love and just be 🐾
Fenrir and Baldur are brothers and 5 years old now. Fenrir has anxiety with thunder. On this day it was far away and I purposely stood there allowing them to walk in and out on their own. Fenrir had to go potty but wasn't going out because of the storm. But waiting, giving them time to move through that threshold of fear was amazing to see. The storm was far enough away that there was no rain or wind. It was the perfect training opportunity to build his confidence while being able to control a positive outcome!
I understand that this scenario isn't always available to you and your dogs who are reactive or fearful to be able to set them up for success. But take advantage of the situation if it pops up. It can change their lives🐾
