Long overdue update for anyone that wanted to know, MJ is officially over her fear of swimming. π©·
A full correction is, not only communicating with your dog what they aren't supposed to do, but also what you want them to do!
It's okay to use force!!!
My clients know that I'm all about letting the dog make the decision for themselves, but if their fear is so overwhelming, sometimes they need a hand, or leash, to help them get over the fear.
No, I am not talking about "throwing your dog into the deep end", but if you've exhausted all forms of bribery/positive reinforcement then it's time to give a little push.
Do this in baby steps to prove to them the fear they have is something they can overcome, then watch their confidence grow!!
For some dogs, that flat collar may work just fine, but if you find yourself playing tug of war with your dog it could be time for a switch.
I want to encourage you to explore different methods and tools to find what works for you and your dog, and do so guilt free because the internet is going to have a lot of opinions.
Regardless of what you've heard or read, any tool can be use inappropriately and therefore cause harm to your dog, and even you! So, be sure to take time to educate yourself on proper usage of tools and/or work with a trainer.
Hope this helps π
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Training impulse control and asking permission. MJ demonstrating what a non verbal "leave it" looks like in the world.
Multiple dog household?? Give your dogs the individual attention they need!
Look at that tail wag π₯° cold weather is here!!βοΈ Bring those puppy dogs inside for cuddles!
Potty training tips:
1) feeding schedule: you'll have a better idea of when your puppy needs to go if you know exactly when they are eating.
2) kennel training: having them in the kennel when you are not able to actively watch them will minimize accidents around the house.
3) leash: your able to direct them where to go and not allow any play until they've done their business.
Routine:
-Puppy wakes up, immediately take them outside on a leash.
-Unleash after they've done their business and allow for 10 to 15 minutes of play.
β’ releasing them off the leash is the reward, but you'll also most likely see them go potty a couple more times. Puppies don't learn to release their bladder fully until later on.
*-If they don't go, rekennel them and try again in no more than 10 to 15 mins
- Breakfast time and pick remaining food after about 30 minutes.
- 10 to 15 minutes after eating it's time go back outside (leash routine)
- Take puppy outside about every 2 hours with a 2 month old puppy
Remember every puppy is different and some take more time than others. Be patient and consistent. Read the instructions on the food bag for appropriate servings, and please speak to your vet if you see any concerning changes to your puppy's eating, drinking, or potty behavior. (A feeding and potty schedule helps you note those things π)
Having a puppy meet and greet everyone and everything can be overwhelming, which can cause high emotional responses, such as anxiety, aggression, hyperactivity, etc.
To properly socialize your puppy, you simply need to go out in different environments and watch the world go by while encouraging your puppy to be neutral around those distractions and engage with you.
1) potty scheduled: every month a puppy is old is equivalent to how long they can hold it. Yes, every puppy varies, and can usually hold it a little long at night. Having a feeding schedule will help!
2) leash: the leash is "gold", and you would to introduce it with lots of positively. Teaching them how to turn off "pressure" or not pull on the leash will allow you to guide and communicate with your puppy effectively.
3) play!: It should a given, but you want a nice controlled play. Play is where you build value to your relationship, teach impulse control, problem solving, teeth manners, the list goes on. Check my page for videos on what controlled play looks it.
Happy Thursday!
Teaching your dog these three simple commands will build a great foundation to your training regimen and relationship with your pup.
Talking to your dog in a high pitch voice and petting your dog will only encourage the undesirable behavior. The worst, is choking up on that leash. If the situation wasn't tense before then you just made it that way.
Allow you dog a decision a) they react then they get a correction b) they disengage then they get praise
For those curious about what happened...
I've heard people say, "my dog would never...", the correct saying is "my dog hasn't ever". My dog hasn't ever ran into me like that until the other night. Rough play isn't allowed inside for this every reason. I try to actively set up an environment to avoid these kinds of accidents, and teach my clients to do the same.
Now, you can rest assured that every time I'm headed to go take my little to bed, my dogs will get the "place" command in order to avoid this from happening again in the future.
Moral of the story, like humans, dogs aren't perfect, and accidents will happen. The best that we can do is learn and grow from them. π
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Just do a simple google image search of injuries resulting from retractable leashes. Its not pretty!
Not to mention the overall communication with a dog on a retractable leash, that doesn't understand leash pressure, encourages pressure the whole time. So the dog isn't learning anything else besides pulling, which encourages lack of respect for you and the fact that you are supposed to be walking together.
I'm all about using all kinds of different tools when used appropriately, but a retractable leash is never one that I will ever use!