Do you have a fearful dog?Maybe your dog barks at other dogs or people? Or perhaps he tries to hide and run away from a situation?Check out this video. Being ready for any opportunity in the moment is a great way to fast track your fearful dog’s training.This was such a special moment. We were talking about an exercise with Stella, and all of a sudden this young boy, a friend of her son’s, appeared at the top of her driveway with a skateboard in hand. Stella , a very, very fearful six month old puppy, was reassured immediately by her guardian. Not only did she get reassured, but the young boy was being communicated with and understood that he didn’t need to come down the driveway any further, and that she would pass on his message to her son. Although I was there for a training session Stella ‘s mom knew immediately took action and was aware that the focus needed to shift to helping Stella work through this new fearful trigger that had just appeared.The key takeaway here is that we were prepared!!We created a positive experience for Stella so that the next time something like this may occur, she’ll be able to pull from this experience and hopefully be even more confident and comfortable.If you are seeing signs of concern, reluctance, fear, or reactivity from your dog, or are unsure of what to make of your dog’s behavior, set up a call with us! ( link in Bio for a free call) #getpawsitive
Is your pup a proud pooper like Ziggy?! 💩😂Check out his post-poop prance. 😂#getpawsitive
Wonder if your dog might be a good candidate?Take a listen to hear a few of the top things we look for. Interested to see if your pup has what it takes? Join me, Sarah, Certified Trainer and Pet Assisted Therapy evaluator with Rancho Coastal, this Saturday in Cardiff between 10am and 12pm at the Rancho Coastal Humane Society thrift shop for a free mini evaluation with you and your pup!Tag a friend below who’s got the perfect pup for therapy work so they can join us too. See you there!#getpawsitive
COME!! COME! FIDO COME!!Sound familiar?Teaching a good recall can be a life-saver 🙌🏼Following these Top 5 Rules can help ensure your dog will want to eagerly run to you when you need it the most!So what’s the number one rule? ALWAYS REWARD!🤞🏼 TAKE THE OATH and repeat after me: " I promise to always reward my dog when they come to me!”When you become a sure thing and reward your dog’s efforts, no matter what, when working on a reliable recall he’ll come running when you really need it the most!Come join one of our specialty in-person group recall classes: “COME!: Unleash your dog’s desire to come when called”and learn how to implement these rules through fun games and useful training skills. 🎉ENROLLMENT NOW OPEN! 🎉Locations: Encinitas (Tuesdays 9:30am) or Vista (Fridays 11am)5 week class for dogs 6 months and up. Only a few spots left.Hurry on over and grab your spot! https://getpawsitive.as.me/SpecialtyclassesDon’t forget to … 💌 Share 📌 Save 🐾 Follow along for more #getpawsitive
To say hi or not to say hi?! Why not let your dog be the decision maker?Agree? Watch this video about what I did to give 5 month old puppy the option. Does your dog know how to relax on his own? Check out our MAGIC MAT MARCH MAT-NESS special, link in bio. 😊#getpawsitive
There’s really no right or wrong way to walk your dog. My main rule is to simple give your dog the ability to make choices! This means if you’re holding your dog tight on leash 24/7 and correcting them for everything they’re doing wrong not only can they NOT make choices but they’re surely going to be reluctant to try!Sometimes yea, giving our dog too much opportunity to take the lead isn’t always the best thing depending on where you are, and what’s happening nearby, but the more you try to head out on an outing with your pup to give them more lead to sniff and explore - in time- you both will learn to enjoy walking better TOGETHER.How often do you let your pup to lead the way?#getpawsitive
NOT SURE HOW TO BEGIN TRAINING YOUR DOG?�CONFUSED BY ALL THE ADVICE YOU'VE BEEN GIVEN?�OR MAYBE YOU'RE JUST FEELING LIKE: 🐾 "She just won't stop pulling!"🐾 "I can't get her to listen anymore."🐾 "He has limited hearing.”🐾 “Sometimes he comes, sometimes he'd rather smell the flowers."🐾 "Why is she barking at everything!?"🐾 "I feel like this jumping up on everyone and everything is never gonna stop."�Really, it's beyond frustrating. You're smart. You also know you have a smart dog who can be everything you want him to be. But maybe you've gotten a little behind with your training or you just don't know where to begin.The Pawsitive Training Club is your answer!The Pawsitive Training Club helps you find the strategies to: * REMIND you and your dog about the habits you need to build and give you a chance to practice them* READJUST when things aren't going well* SHOW YOU the path to get you and your dog to where you want to be… all through up-to-date positive and force-free methods Our month-to-month online support club allows you to join from anywhere at anytime.Join us today and receive what you need to get the dog of your dream.Stay as little or as long as you wish! 🔗 https://www.pawsitivepuppytrainingacademy.com/the-pawsitive-training-club
Are you holding your dog back when you open your front door?Sticking a leg out to prevent them from darting? Embarrassed by their behavior?Here are 6 Top Tips to consider when helping your dog be calm at the front 🚪 door: 1. Teach a Station! We love using a Magic Mat. when you teach them where to go and what to do they’ll be that much more successful.2. Consider the distractions, duration, and your movement away from the dog as all areas that will need to be trained to help your dog. If he gets up off the mat, ditch your no’s and eh ehs and instead use that as information that you asked your dog for too much. Go back a step! 3. Consistency and repetitions are your best friend. The numbers will be in your favor so build a wonderful foundation of reinforcement from all angles before expecting perfection.4. Practice often when you don’t actually need to open the front door! This will provide you and your dog with a less stressful and more enjoyable session. 5. Pay attention! Watching your dog and going his pace will help you better understand what adjustments you may need to make. Sessions should remain short.6. Teach a release cue so your dog knows when his job is done!💥pro tip: use a long leash on your dog when practicing for added safety and hands free training.How does your dog do when you open the front door? Don’t forget to … 💌 Share 📌 Save 🐾 Follow along for more #getpawsitive
Taking your puppy ( or dog!)on an outing? If so, consider these 4 tips:1.Reward your puppy for noticing new things around her. Just exposing your puppy to a new place and new things isn’t good enough. But pairing seeing all the things with a yummy food reward will help create that positive connection for her. 2. Have an exit plan! What if it’s too much? What if there’s an off leash dog in the area? What if……. Know where to go or what you can do to help your puppy feel safe in the moment. This can be a specific skill you ask of your pup, a certain area you move to or where you will depart from. 3. Keep the distance! You want options for your pup. Being a successful distance to begin will allow you to not only scan the environment more easily but will help to keep your puppy from feeling overwhelmed.4. Be sure to keep your outings short and pawsitive. Socialization for your puppy is not about the quantity of outings and inundating your puppy with all the things around her for a long period of time. How well your are settling her up for success on the planned outings you DO go on? By keeping it short and positive you’ll be on your way to a happy, confident and well-socialized pup. 🩷�Was this helpful? Don’t forget to 💌 Share 📌 Save 🐾 Follow along for more #getpawsitive
How do you know how much fun your dog is having when playing with another pup?Signs to look for that indicate play is going well: ✅Light, bouncy and floppy bodies✅Mirroring one another ✅Give and take reciprocation: I chase you, you chase me ✅Short breaks ✅Reading one another’s body language ✅Racing around or stationary play✅Relaxed, open mouth Just because your dog continues playing and running around doesn’t mean she’s necessarily still having fun. Keep sessions short and pay close attention to changes in the above areas! Not all pup personalities are a match for play.Was this helpful? Don’t forget to … 💌 Share 📌 Save 🐾 Follow along for more
What does your dog LOVE to do?You can find training outlets for your dog that can be just as reinforcing as food!Like PLAY sessions!Training with play is a great way to give your dog a break while still practicing some of the important skills. Suki loves to tug and run and jump!So we practice our take it, drop it, jump and recall cues!Doesn’t get more fun than this for her! 🩷Play looks different for every dog. Be sure to match their interest level, give them a chance to opt in/out and pay attention to their body language. What’s your dog’s favorite toy?#getpawsitive
You’ve gotta watch this video for a simple DIY puzzle for your dog! If you want a calmer puppy ( or dog!) who rests well consider adding some more interactive fun into their days.This egg carton puzzle is one of many simple items you can offer your pup to give him just what he needs and wants: 👏🏼Tearing👏🏼Shredding👏🏼Carrying👏🏼Tossing👏🏼Licking👏🏼Tipping👏🏼Grabbing👏🏼SniffingAnd while he’s having loads of fun doing those things it’s also helping with …🧩 confidence building 🧩 draining & training the brain🧩 slowing consumption to a safe pace🧩exploring new objects and textures🧩 meeting their instinctual needs🧩 promoting problem solving 🧩 way more FUNSpeaking of FUN 🎉 Check out all the fun this golden puppy Archie has with it the egg carton puzzle. ⬇️ Let me know a favorite puzzle of your dog’s in the comments below.👉🏼Don’t forget to … 💌 Share 📌 Save 🐾 Follow along for more #getpawsitive
