Recall work with Goldilocks unhinged and unedited!
Starting to give Teddy more freedom in the woods and in new environments he is doing amazing checking in and coming back to me on command.
#dogtraining #recall #tribecanineco
Are you making this mistake when issuing a down (coucher) command?
#dogtraining #down #coucher #tribecanineco
Teddy’s Obedience Jumps Keeps Getting Better
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Whether you buy or adopt a dog it is sososo important that we screen our new pet to match our lifestyle.
Most people don’t have the time and are too lazy to responsibly own pets. Just because it is trendy and you want a companion doesn’t mean you should get a dog.
Think of the dog, its genetics, its temperament, its behaviors if those are going to be a problem for you and you are not going to put in the time to properly address and work through then you probably shouldn’t get a dog!
#dogtraining #adopt #breeding #tribecanineco
Clicker or Verbal Marker?
What is Better?
For consistency and shaping I prefer a clicker. But for the general public in terms of hand-eye coordination and being able to quickly mark and reward behaviors I believe a verbal marker like “Yes” or “Good” to be better.
#dogtraining #markers #tribecanineco
We are hammering a lot of neutrality work this past month. Especially to aid with Teddy’s allure to people and Jocko’s stubbornness in sticking with his commands.
In December we will push the limits of Jocko’s dog reactivity and both of the boy’s recalls in new environments.
#goldenretriever #beauceron #doberman #dogtraining #tribecanineco
Why dogs who lack confidence need reinforcement!
Dogs who are uneasy about every sounds and situation need guidance. They need someone who isn’t going to coddle them and let them make poor choices. They need a leader who is there to reinforce everything good they do.
Rocky’s uneasiness is going to take time. But with consistent reinforcement in new environments and giving him jobs to do like walking at a heel or offering eye contact we are going to start to see this fear recede and a more confident obedient dog start to take form.
#dogtraining #bernesemountaindog #fearfuldog #tribecanineco
What makes a great client is someone who can take ownership and understand that their dog’s actions are a direct reflection of how they have raised him/her.
The best people I have worked with listen to the advice I give and implement it consistently between sessions!
Consistency + Discipline = Results
I wish I had a before and after but Oakley has come so far from bounding after squirrels to walking in an above average loose heel. He still has some work to do but Im confident his owners can get him there.
#doodle #dogtraining #tribecanineco
Why we should be ignoring our dogs when we come home…
If your dog is all cracked out whenever you get home from work or running errands then the simple answer to your little tasmanian devil is to ignore them.
Go change out of your work clothes, get squared away, and then once your dog is calm, cool, and collected you can give it attention.
If we are constantly feeding into their crazy behavior and rewarding it with baby voices and play then how do you think they’ll act when grandma or the neighbors or your kids walk through the door?
#dogjumping #dogtraining #tribecanineco
Why I don’t approve of doggy greetings…
There are more bad things that can happen than good. Going up to someone random on the street and giving them a hug would end poorly 9/10 so why do we do it with our dogs?
#dogwalking #dogtraining #tribecanineco
Why you should be hand feeding your dogs!
•Increased Food Drive
•Increased Engagement
•Better Bond
By teaching your dogs that its favorite thing comes from you and not that silver platter we call a bowl. We are hammering into their minds that you are the single most important thing in their live’s.
#handfeeding #dogtraining #tribecanineco
Why I Love Leather & Biothane!
Ditch the crappy nylon and rope leashes/collars. Pick a more durable option that is going to last you 10x longer.
Biothane and leather are super easy to clean and maintain. They don’t fray, break, or smell and with collars made of these materials they are easy to adjust to the size of your dog.
#dogleashes #doggear #dogtraining #tribecanineco