Angeldogs Dog Training

08/06/2019

08/06/2019

As of August 2018, I have changed career paths. I am thoroughly enjoying being a full-time substitute teacher for Autistic middle school children. I do still help with dog training issues when I can. Just leave me a message and I will do my best to assist.

30/10/2018

Happy Halloween everyone. I know it has been a while since my last post in July. Lots happening but have not forgotten my passion, just evolving it. Behavior modification with a twist and much more challenging... and rewarding.

I am now a Substitute Teacher. I am working full-time middle school so running like I did when I was full-time training. Only now instead of refocusing dogs, I am refocusing kids with Autism AND LOVING IT.

I wanted to write a post on Halloween regarding your canine family member. Things to keep in mind and take precautions.

Please do not allow your dog to eat our sweet delights. Hard candies can become lodged in the throat causing choking. They can also break teeth in some smaller dog breeds.

Now a word about chocolate: Yes it is poisonous. One ounce of milk chocolate per pound of body weight is a potentially lethal dose in dogs. Here is why, Aside from the caffeine it contains which is not good for dogs it contains Theobromine, specifically xanthine alkaloid theobromine which is a methylxanthine. These words may be unknown and strange to hear, but basically, dogs do not break down methylxanthines as fast or as efficiently as humans. According to the Merck Veterinary Manual, baker's chocolate of approximately 1.3 g/kg (0.02 oz/lb) of a dog's body weight is sufficient to cause symptoms of toxicity. For example, 0.4 ounces (11 g) of baker's chocolate would be enough to produce mild symptoms in a 20-pound (9.1 kg) dog, while a 25% cacao chocolate bar (like milk chocolate) would be 25% as toxic as the same dose of baker's chocolate. (It is worth repeating.) "One ounce of milk chocolate per pound of body weight is a potentially LETHAL, dose in dogs."

Xanthine alkaloid theobromine is also found in Tea, Cola beverages, Açaí berries, Kola Nuts, Guarana, and Yerba Mate’ Tea. Many of these mentioned above are very beneficial and healing actually to humans, but NOT DOGS or cats.

Now about the doorbell and scary costumes. Either you have done the desensitizing required to produce a calm happy go lucky dog that accepts the doorbell ringing constantly, strange looking and smelling creatures coming up to your front door, sitting and waiting patiently without darting out the door, or you have not. If so, great, have a wonderful night. If not, you have options.
Option 1. Turn your light off, tape over the doorbell, and put a sign on the door that says, "GO AWAY and LEAVE US ALONE."
Option 2. Leave candy outside the door with a note, " Honor System, Please only take one" and PLEASE DO NOT ring the doorbell.
Option 3. Leave candy in Bowl down by the street with the above-mentioned sign.
Option 4. TRAIN DOG!
Option 5. Dress Dog up and go out Trick or Treating.

It all boils down to Redirection and Positive Reinforcement. Redirect the unwanted behavior and Reward the wanted behavior.

If Option 5. Please dress the dog in non-restraining clothing. Your dog should be able to breathe and move as freely as if he were not wearing anything. If you want to dye your dog's hair be sure to use nontoxic water-based wash out dyes only and stay away from the Face.
Dress your dog in either a reflective collar and or leash, or clothes. Be sure he has ID on him. If your dog gets startled and dashes away, you want to be sure he is seen and can be returned safely.
Have fun

30/10/2018

09/07/2018

Happy July,
I hope you all had a safe and happy 4th.
I want to discuss 'Thunder Shirts.' Pros and cons.
I have been suggesting something like this for decades. The thing is you have to understand that dogs do not know they are corporeal beings. They have to be taught, and then sometimes reminded they are in a body and not just free spirits full of energies. They chase their tail as puppies until they catch it and yelp. 'Oh, That was me!'

Having something that surrounds their core, keeping them aware of, self. It is good for comfort but beware. We do not want to reward the wrong behavior. Being afraid of loud noises is a conditioned response that can be eliminated as a puppy if approached correctly or actually caused if done incorrectly. As an adult, it can be reconditioned but takes time and patience. There are a few techniques that can be used together. The Thunder Shirt is one. Calming natural oils like chamomile or lavender is a complementary technique. Use a few drops around the neck on the shirt or in a diffuser. Depending on the severity of the case medication may be required to allow reconditioning to begin. If their flight instinct kicks in, the thinking brain shuts down, and training is not going to happen.

When my Jenna was a pup and a storm was coming I started playing with her. Having fun in the rain unless there was lightening of course. Then we played inside. Brushing is another activity that soothes and rewards CALM easy behavior.

PLEASE do not cuddle or coo or talk to your shaking crying dog. It is NOT ok that they are acting like that. IF you act like there is something to be afraid of then they will respond in kind.

So as an example, a storm starts the dog startles you react with a soft cooing, 'It's ok baby, mama's here.' the dog got attention for their startle and begins to shake. You go over and pick him up or hug him with, 'Oh Poor baby, it's ok.' WOW I get lots of attention mom must love it what I act like this. See what is happening. You are actually escalating the situation.

Grab a toy and think in your mind, COOL it is thundering lets play. My grandmother used to tell me the angels were bowling. I used to think man, they must have huge bowling allies in heaven.

Let me know if this post was helpful.

01/07/2018

Remember everyone. Dogs and people all need rules, boundaries, and guidelines otherwise you have chaos. Adults teach the young right from wrong with firm yet fair actions.

You are the Leader, not a boss, not an ALPHA, but a true leader. A true leader says exactly what is required and how to do what is needed for success. A true leader rewards good behavior and corrects bad behavior. There is no punishment, only teaching with fair consequences. If there is no learning from the consequence, then it is punishment. Punishment promotes fear, mistrust, and defeats the purpose of teaching. This philosophy works not just for dogs but for humanity as well as society.

We can learn a lot from our dogs. They give respect to those who deserve it and give it back appropriately. They are honest with no ulterior motive. They do exactly what they intend. They give you everything you need to help them be their best if you just watch and listen.

Be kind, but do not back down, always follow through with your words with action.

19/06/2018

Summer is here. Rember the Three Second Rule when walking your dog outside!

Place your hand, palm down, on the surface you are walking your dog. If it is too hot to leave your hand there for three full seconds, it is TOO HOT to walk your dog.

Dogs die every summer from heat stroke. The only way your dog can cool off is by panting and through the sweat glands on the pads of their feet. There are many things on the market to keep your dog cool and most are not bad, but should not be relied upon solely. Keep in mind if you get thirsty your dog will be as well. They need as much water as we do. So keep cool and hydrated both of you.

Walk early and late avoid the burning times between ten am and two pm. Have fun in the sun but safety first.

17/06/2016

It is just too hot to walk outside. Get a treadmill and exercise your dog in the a/c. If you must walk outside. Use the three second rule. place your hand Palm down on the walking surface. Leave it there three seconds. If it is too hot to leave it there the entire three seconds then it is too hot to walk your dog. Dogs die from heat stroke but do not show signs until too late. The only way they have to cool off is through panting and the sweat glands on the bottom of their feet. The only place they have sweat glands. Enjoy the summer, go to the beach and play in the pool. Just remember safety first.

If if you need help teaching how to use the treadmill or pool safety them please call me.

22/04/2010

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