From Their Perspective, LLC., Animal training and behavior consulting

06/08/2024

Helping dogs, helping people!

Did I mention having fun, too!

21/07/2024

It was a busy week helping dogs and helping people!

We ended our week in New Hampshire!

21/07/2024

Dogs getting to be dogs!

" Um, miss? You forgot your scent article. Don't worry, I will bring it to you when I find you."

When you're Baxter and polite, how do you not bring the scent article back when trailing her!

19/07/2024

Helping people, helping dogs, having fun!

12/07/2024

Always learning!
Learning from those who have high credentials in the animal/dog behavior fields.
It matters! It is the difference between helping dogs or hurting dogs.

Away for the weekend for dog behavior seminar!

06/07/2024

Meet Roxy.

Roxy was adopted by a wonderful family who recognized she was showing some "concerning" behaviors.
Some behaviors seemed to be in the presence of new people in general.
Like most dogs, vet visits and handling by other people seem to cause her to show fear.
She will bark in the presence of people coming in or walking by.

When we meet new clients, we try to gather enough info in hopes to set up the initial consult in a way to make everyone comfortabale and safe. Sometimes it is not always possible based on multiple factors, including the dog's emotions in the moment. Sometimes what "works" does not "work" now.
We take those observable moments and the info that the dog gives us to adjust to help them.

We took in a lot of info during our initial consult, observed Roxy and her family and started a systematic plan to help Roxy and her family.

Here are 2 videos. One is the initial meeting. The second is 3 months later.

What are some of your obeservations in the first video?
What are some of your observations in the second video?
What is one thing you can do to help a dog who is showing some fear-based behaviors?

11/06/2024

Do you have a noise sensitive dog?
It will be that time soon when many dogs will struggle.

What can you do?
First, talk to your vet and ask if meds can help.

Keep them in a safe, secure and quiet indoor location.
Provide soft beds or several blankets to lay on and bury if need be.
Use management to keep them safe, while giving them a choice to go and hide if need be.
Play soothing music.
Close shades and windows, to block visual and sound effects as much as possible.
Avoid exposing them to fireworks. This is not the time to start a training session for them to "get over it".
Provide them with social support- your presence of being near and a gentle touch, only if they allow to be touched. You are not rewarding them- you are supporting them while in a likely stressed and fearful emotional state.

Empathize with your dog's behavior in that moment. Accept and appreciate the info your dog is giving you about their emotional state.
Learn what you can do to help them in the future.

(poster credit in poster

27/05/2024

Saturdays are for helping dogs, helping people and having fun!

23/05/2024

Happy 5 year adoptiversary to my pup, Titan!

Five years ago I was thankful that Titan chose me to be his human guardian. After all, Guardian type breeds need guardians, too!

He was going to be euthanized for "inappropriate behavior". It was very appropriate natural dog behavior. It still almost cost him his life.

I am thankful I was in a position with education and knowledge to help him and, the shelter heard me. They agreed to adopt him to me if I could help him.
With him being able to feel safe, having support, help, compassion, understanding, time, humane processes and patience this pup has over come a lot of struggles. It was a journey that continues to shape me as a trainer and behavior consultant. He continues to learn as do I.

When "off duty" he seems to enjoy his comfort and nap times. Seeing him comfy and cozy while sleeping melts my heart.
Here is photo dump of him chillaxin'. He deserves it! He is 14 years young.

(P.S. I know why he was possbly left as a stray- he snores. LOUD!)
There is a video of him snoring too in here!

It is also the same day I lost Daisey. There is a photo of her resting in her too. The resemblance between them in multiple ways still amazes me. Titan picked up where she left off.

I only hope that Titan makes it 19 like Daisey! (21 if I go by her adoption papers only I dont think she was as old as they estimated.)

Thank you Titan for teaching me.

18/05/2024

Is he an "aggressive" dog with "aggressive" behavior?

Do you know when a "neighbor" is coming over unexpectedly?
Titan does!

Watch the video, several times if you have to.
What do you observe? (there are no wrong answers as you learn!)

This a great video for several reasons.
One and most important is safety. The physical fence played a crucial role in keeping both animals safe.

What do you think about Titan's behavior in this context?
Let's chat about it!

12/05/2024

To all the moms out there.

A very special day to all the moms who took in a companion animal to care for.

(photo credit unknown, stock photo)

07/05/2024

Sunday funday with session 2 of our intro to mantrailing course!

Where will we find you?

07/05/2024

We were busy Sunday! Here is the first of two sessions of fun learning!

Have you heard about mantrailing for fun?

We allow ALL dogs to participate!

05/05/2024

Helping dogs. Helping people. Having fun!

04/05/2024

Anxious dogs worry and often get "stuck" in having to be a part of their worry/fear. They usually can not just walk away.

Barkley is worried his comfort zone and environment is about to be disrupted. There is a service person outside that he hears.

What do observe that tells us he is likely anxious?

We will help him using a pattern game.

Can you think of how this helps him in this situation?

22/04/2024

We all recognize the growl, but can you recognize the low level signs a bite may be coming?

If you recognize the low level warning signs, you can prevent/minimize the dog from escalating to biting.

It is important we see and read the low level warning warning signs.. to give the dog what they are asking for: SPACE.

Conflict is costly to all living things. Most dogs will opt to remove themselves before engaging in conflict.
It is also important that we remove ourselves, too. Do not leave it up to the dog; they may feel that they do not have an option to flee (and most do not).

Have questions? Let's discuss them!

21/04/2024

Did you notice the two anxious dogs? The fearful dog? The social dog?
Helping people, helping dogs!

Thank you for helping your dogs be dogs while learning something new and fun.

19/04/2024

Puppy social classes starting soon!
ALL puppies from 8-12 weeks at time of registering.
Vet records required.

Learn how to;

*get your pup to pay attention to you
*let your pup express normal behaviors safely
*help your pup be confident and problem-solve
*help your pup navigate our world
*start off with good behaviors
*minimize or prevent undesired behaviors such as jumping and pulling
*make the vet a fun positive place
*trim nails and other proactive at-home vet care such as eye drops or ear cleaning, body handling etc.
*help with potty training and other puppy behaviors
*start loose leash walking and, an emergency recall
*always set your pup and yourself up for success!

Class starts May 9th, 6:15-7:15 pm. Class will run for 6 weeks.
Email us for more info and to register! Space will be limited!

Need more training after puppy social? No problem!
Need one on one training or in-home? No problem!

08/04/2024

Dog bite prevention week!

Dogs who bite are likely not in a good place emotionally and mentally. They need help for one reason or multiple reasons.
Not sure why your dog is doing what they are doing? Reach out and we can help you help your dog.

What is one thing you can do to prevent a bite?

Any dog can bite—big or small, male or female, young or old. It’s not a dog's breed that determines whether it will bite, but rather the dog's individual history and behavior.

03/04/2024

Meet Aiden!
Aiden was adopted a few months ago and like most dogs has, well dog behaviors!
What do you think we may be working on here?

28/03/2024

We have mantrailing events coming up!
Remember, you must take an intro course to take progress runs.

Email us to reserve our spot or get on the wait list.
[email protected]

Where will we find you?

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088351766597&sk=events

From Their Perspective, LLC Animal training and behavior consulting offers Mantrailing!

21/03/2024

Wow- 2 years go we began this journey!
(Psssst, this is my sister's dog. Credentialed, professional dog trainers, behavior consultants, CAAB etc. (or relatives) are not exempt from having a dog who struggles.)

His story is one of many.
We were fortunate to be able to help him.
He is not the dog for everyone but he is "perfect" for his mom and dad and family (small circle of people).

He will likely always have biological fear, stress, anxiety and frustration but, it is now under better management and control.

With the help of behavior vets, colleagues, family and friends, today this pup is alive and thriving better than he was.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082976462542

Dog behaviors explained, managed and modified using science-based evidence and methods.
Barkley

20/03/2024

One of the most common calls we receive is that "my (5-18) month old" is doing "this" now and "acting like this" now.
One of the primary reasons is their brain is changing, just like a teenage human.
Hormones are flaring, physical and physiological changes are occurring and, most decisions are being made with lack of impulse control due to.

It is time for understanding these changes and a time to be patient with them. Your adolescent dog has no control of this biological event.

When you start your new puppy off with basic foundations and skills early, those skills can help significantly as the puppy moves into this time of their life.
Be patient.

Have questions? Email us: [email protected]

(photo credit Behavior Vets)

18/03/2024

Puppies!

Let's look at some more body language.

It can be hard to watch 2 dogs at once so, let's start with the larger puppy, the one without the ball. He is off screen for a bit but you will see him.
Using objective observations, describe what you see with his mouth, eyes, ears, tail, entire body.
What do you hear?

17/03/2024

No one had any other observations?

Here are some of my objective observations (things we can see and hear without anthropomorphizing or translating what could be happening).

No words are being used.
He moves forward with loose, bouncy steps towards me.
Head and neck turns.
Tail mid height to lower than back line. Tail moving back and forth.
Body curved, leans into me,
Ears relaxed
Mouth open to closed at times.
Eyes turn up in my direction at times, blinking at times.
Nudges shedding blade 2 times.
Moves in my direction when I move.

What does all this say about how he may be feeling in this moment?

These are communication signals that we can now mostly interpret as seemingly pro-social, polite body language and, he is interested in an interaction at this time, specifically with the shedding blade. He nudges it. This is his "start" indicator, that he is choosing this interaction.
He decided. I did not teach him this behavior specifically. He actually did not tolerate the shedding blade when first adopted.

Learning is always occurring through interactions.
What is something that your dog does that you did not teach, but seemed to slowly happen overtime?

Let's chat about how that comes to be!

15/03/2024

This recent video contains so much information.

This is my 14 year old, Titan.
For those who may not know, Titan was saved from behavior euthanasia 5 years ago.

Observations are a way to get objective information.
What is one thing you observe?
Why is it important when we are trying to help dogs?

What is one thing you observed about your dog today?
What information did that give you?

12/03/2024

Enrichment for today?

Titan is not only spending time outside, he has something to do! He has a kong stuffed with his kibble and various treats topped with cream cheese and then frozen!

08/06/2023

1. What are your objective observations in their body language? (Hint: look at position of tails, ears, mouth, head, eyes and entire body!)

2. Based on your observations, what do you think they are communicating?

28/05/2023

Why should I participate in Mantrailing?
Look at the pictures and I bet you can come up with a reason or two!

21/05/2023

Congratulations! RI's first Mantrailing Global teams!