Do your dogs love to chase? Most of mine sure do!
Using a flirt pole is a fun way to play “chase” with your pup. Additional bonus is that you can add in training (such as working on arousal concepts, proofing cues, etc) while providing efficient exercise!
Check out this video for step 1!
https://youtu.be/7_Swyc5EKPA
KR Dogs officially has SquishyFace Studios Flirt Poles in stock! $25 each 😀
We have both the regular and jr sizing. The jr size is perfect for small spaces such as indoors in the winter!
If you’ve ever come to me for advice regarding your pup’s behavior, it’s likely that we’ve talked about the Orientation Game! This isn’t just by chance. The game can be tweaked to each individual family unit’s circumstances and goals.
I never recommend things to others that I am not willing to do myself. Here’s an example with Kizmo! I forgot to pack his long line, so decided to give it a go with him dragging his leash. We played a loose version of the Orientation Game to ensure he would be able to be safe and stay nearby! You can see he even got distracted by an animal in the woods but turned back towards me.
Link to instructions on playing the game: https://youtu.be/BgNUBfws5sI
Here’s a clip from Kizmo’s dinner session ❤️
I try to add variety into each of my training sessions by rotating through activities as well as alternating between exercises that raise / lower energy. In my experience, this helps to increase the dog’s flexibility, addresses arousal/energy struggles, and keeps training fun!
Kizmo is working on place (boundaries), nose touch, and impulse control (with the mouse game) while also revisiting two paws up.
Mocha learning to follow a food lure ❤️
Are you struggling to catch your dog’s attention?
Elixir here loves to have her nose to the ground, taking in all sorts of smells. I want her to use her nose, but I also want her to offer me her attention!
This is an easy game called “Up & Down Pattern”. The idea is that Elixir offers me her attention then is rewarded by treats being dropped (and more sniffing).
Check out the link to a video by Pooch Parenting if you want step by step instruction 🙂
https://youtu.be/IxT35LHcgz8
(And if you can’t get over how cute this girl is… yes she is available for adoption at www.woofgangrescue.com/elixir
DATCP 402490)
Toy Switch is one of my favorite games to play! Here you can see Jesse playing this game while also working on listening when excited.
- Do you want to prevent resource guarding in your new dog? *
- Are you trying to teach your dog an “out” command?
- Does your dog struggle to break his/her focus off things that are happening in the environment?
- Are you concerned about your dogs sharing toys?
If you answered “Yes!” to any of the previous questions, I encourage you to add this game into your playtime routine.
Toy Switch is easy to play. All you need are 2+ similar toys (two tug toys as seen in the video, two tennis balls, or even two frisbees!)
1. Play with your dog using one of the toys.
2. Stop moving or engaging with the first toy, and use your other hand to begin playing with another toy. You may need to make it more exciting by moving it around to grab your dog’s attention.
3. Reward your dog for switching attention by playing with him/her and that toy!
4. Repeat!
* If your pup is currently struggling with resource guarding please reach out to a professional to create a behavior modification plan.
Send me a PM if you’d like to schedule a consult!
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Tug Toys from Snuffles & Tugs
Jesse working on some recall work during our walk this morning.
I think fall is my favorite season to hike in!
This is Aden’s favorite part of our morning routine!
Instead of a “normal” breakfast, my pups often receive a stuffed kong or lick mat when I leave for work. Licking has a calming effect, reducing anxiety and keeping their minds busy on a task.