07/05/2024
Please, please don’t keep your puppy in a bubble! Carry it out for outings if not fully vaccinated and ensure lots of novel experiences in a safe controlled way.
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🐕TERRIFIC TEENS 🐕
For dogs between 5 months to 1.5 years old
Start Date: May 4
When: Saturdays 10am
Duration: 60mins x 5
Fee: $800
Class Size: maximum 6 dogs
Venue: Ozzy & Friends Daycare, 11 Kalidasa Avenue, Singapore 789391
22/04/2024
New classes and seminars coming up! DM or email me at [email protected] to register!
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PUPPY PRESCHOOL
For puppies up to 5 months old
Start date: May 3
When: Friday 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Duration: 60 mins × 4
Fee: $450
Class size: 4-6 pups depending on the breed and size
Venue: Pets Ave Vet Clinic (River
Valley) 241 River Valley Road
#02-01 Singapore 238298
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TERRIFIC TEENS
For dogs between 5 months to 1.5 years old
Start Date: May 4
When: Saturdays 10am
Duration: 60mins x 5
Fee: $800
Class Size: maximum 6 dogs
Venue: Ozzy & Friends Daycare, 11 Kalidasa Avenue, Singapore 789391
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BASIC BEHAVIORAL MANAGEMENT IN DOGS (FEAR & ANXIETY) SEMINAR
Start Date: May 11
When: Saturday 9am - 5pm
Duration: Full day
Fee: $250.70 (SkillsFuture & National Silver Academy subsidy available)
Venue: Ngee Ann Polytechnic, 535 Clementi Road, Singapore 599489
https://www.cet.np.edu.sg/courses/basic-behavioural-management-in-dogs-fear-and-anxiety/
To Register for any of the classes: DM or WhatsApp 81826061
15/04/2024
When people get a puppy, they often think puppy class is about obedience, but it's really not. The most important thing to do for your puppy is to socialize them during the sensitive period, and a good puppy class is a great way to do it. A good puppy class does not guarantee that your dog will never be fearful (for example, genetics and early life experiences also play a role), but it will go a long way to helping you meet your puppy's socialization needs. You can read more on what to look for in a puppy class on my blog. https://www.companionanimalpsychology.com/2015/12/make-your-dog-happy-puppy-class.html
04/04/2024
Those crazy teenagers 😄
Ever wondered why a puppy's behavior seems erratic during adolescence, which occurs between six months and 18 months of age?
The neurobiology of adolescence is fascinating, with some key events that alter both the structure and function of the brain.
During canine adolescence, s*x hormones are changing which effects the animals stress responses. Adolescent dogs have a decreased ability to modulate sensory processing and subsequent behavior.
The connectivity between the frontal cortex (responsible for decision making) and amygdala (responsible for emotional processing) decreases, resulting in less behavioral control.
So what does this mean? This could mean that your dog, who used to come when called, suddenly cannot. This could mean that your dog, who didn't jump up on guests, suddenly does. Your dog that walked nicely on leash is now pulling. Or perhaps it seems like some days your dog responds to behaviors you ask of them, and some days they don't, without any rhyme or reason.
We also see increased risk taking and more sensitivity to fear.
As your puppy undergoes this transition into adulthood their inner world is intense, even chaotic. Many pet owners experience an increase in undesirable behavior and find themselves becoming increasingly frustrated. In turn, frustration and impatience sometimes cause us to act unpredictably.
This adds to your puppy’s inner turmoil. When the inside and the outside are both unpredictable it can be difficult for puppies to adjust.
By understanding this we can gain greater compassion and understanding. When we approach adolescence with patience we can help create a world that is predictable and gentle so our puppies grow up to be their best selves.
24/03/2024
12/03/2024
Free Download: https://dunbar.info/classicalconditioning
When you're dealing with an out of control dog, one of the first questions to ask is whether their undesirable behavior is driven by fear. If it is, you'll want to start by helping them feel more at ease. It's hard for anyone to control themselves when they are afraid!
The easiest way to help a dog feel at ease is Classical Conditioning, the simple act of getting your dog to form an associate between one stimulus and another. Help your dog form POSITIVE associations with the things that make them uneasy and they'll start to feel more relaxed.
Classical Conditioning is simple and easy to do, and with the right techniques, it can even be fun and enjoyable!
Want to learn more?
Check out our free DADD (Dunbar Academy Downloadable Document) about Classical Conditioning: https://dunbar.info/classicalconditioning
Or, even beter, join us for FREE at our Out of Control Dog Summit, coming up next week: https://dunbar.info/control2024
We'll be covering Classical Conditioning and SO MUCH MORE, including everything you need to know to calm your out of control dog and get them to pay attention to you and listen to your instructions in exciting and distracting environments. Join us!
10/03/2024
“The researchers say owners can keep their retrievers distracted from this constant hunger by spreading out each daily food ration, for example by using puzzle feeders or scattering the food around the garden so it takes longer to eat.”
New research finds around a quarter of Labrador retriever dogs face a double-whammy of feeling hungry all the time and burning fewer calories due to a genetic
13/02/2024
The replay of a webinar I did for Ngee Ann Poly is up on YouTube! Check it out here https://youtu.be/jCVj3nuzW00?si=Pl0Wlg91hprw9prG
26/01/2024
New classes and seminars coming up! DM or email me at [email protected] to register!
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PUPPY PRESCHOOL
For puppies up to 5 months old
Start date: Feb 16
When: Friday 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Duration: 60 mins × 4
Fee: $450
Class size: 4-6 pups depending on the breed and size
Venue: Pets Ave Vet Clinic (River
Valley) 241 River Valley Road
#02-01 Singapore 238298
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TERRIFIC TEENS
For dogs between 5 months to 1.5 years old
Start Date: Feb 24
When: Saturdays 10am
Duration: 60mins x 5
Fee: $800
Class Size: maximum 6 dogs
Venue: Ozzy & Friends Daycare, 11 Kalidasa Avenue, Singapore 789391
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BASIC BEHAVIORAL MANAGEMENT IN DOGS (FEAR &
ANXIETY) SEMINAR
Start Date: Mar 23
When: Saturday 9am - 5pm
Duration: Full day
Fee: $250.70 (SkillsFuture & National Silver Academy subsidy available)
Venue: Ngee Ann Polytechnic, 535 Clementi Road, Singapore 599489
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23/01/2024
Are you a proud puppy parent, but finding it challenging to handle your furry bundle of energy? Well, worry no more! I have the perfect solution for you. Join me on Lifestyle Day, as part of NP CET’s Learning Festival 2024 for an exciting webinar titled “Help! My Puppy Is Out of Control!”
This webinar is dedicated to helping you unlock the secrets to canine harmony and navigate through the tumultuous puppy phase.
I understand that raising a puppy can be a challenging task so let me help you make the journey a little more enjoyable with valuable insights and tips on a range of topics.
So, whether you’re a first-time puppy parent or an experienced dog owner seeking some guidance, this webinar is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their puppy parenting skills.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to improve your canine companionship. Register now to secure your spot in this webinar!
“Help! My Puppy Is Out of Control!”
Date: Saturday, January 27, 2024
Time: 3-4pm
Fee: Free!
To Register: http://tinyurl.com/Puppy-out-of-control
09/01/2024
Training is not just Sit, Down, Stay, Heel. It encompasses so much more.
There is a common misconception that if we just drill concrete skills (aka Obedience Skills) hard enough, or often enough that it will prevent behavior problems. This is not how behavior works. At best drilling a dog through obedience skills might mask the problem, but it doesn't change their underlying emotional cause of the problem. A dog who is reactive and behaving aggressively in response to their fear, discomfort or perceived threat will not suddenly stop feeling those Big Feelings because he's been demanded to sit, or down through them. A dog who starts a conflict with another dog due to over arousal or frustration , or even redirection, will not suddenly stop feeling all those overwhelming feelings simply because they are drilled in a heel for ten minutes. Concrete skills can have their place, and their uses. But they are not skills for behavior change. They provide a mask for behavior that can cause a false sense of security in terms of whether or not the dog has truly experienced an emotional change towards the stimulus. That can be pose significant risk in terms of aggression presenting behaviors, as it will appear the dog's sudden snap came "out of no where."
When your dog is experiencing a behavior concern, it is because they are having an emotional problem in response to certain stimuli. This is not personal, and it is not a problem that can be resolved by simply drilling the dog to sit more frequently. Under going genuine behavior modification takes time and an effort to address the underlying emotional cause of any behavior disruptions your dog is experiencing.
26/12/2023
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“First, we are not handling and socializing neonates and very young puppies nearly enough and so, far too many dogs become progressively more wary and fearful of people as they grow older. Increasing fear of "the unfamiliar" (unfamiliar people, places, situations, and other dogs and animals), is an adolescent-onset trait that is extremely adaptive in the wild; canids bond with their own kind in and around the den, yet avoid unfamiliar animals as they range farther from the den. “
- 101% agree with this!!
Ian Dunbar's new book "Barking Up the Right Tree" is an easy and must read.
09/12/2023
That’s why you don’t yell at your dog when it barks 😁
07/12/2023
I will be away spending time with the family. I might post the occasional updates or I might not 😄
Classes will resume January 4, 2024.
11/11/2023
EVERY PUPPY needs to learn BITE INHIBITION. Do you know how to teach a puppy to always inhibit the force of their bites on people and other dogs? If not you need to reach this book BEFORE you even think about getting a puppy!
If everyone read this book BEFORE they got a puppy, the world would be a much better place. Download it now for free: https://dunbar.info/freepupbooks and then... share it with anyone who might be thinking about getting a puppy this winter!
In addition to Bite Inhibition, you'll learn about Errorless Toilet Training, Crate Training, and Chew Toy Training, plus Socialization and much more!
05/11/2023
Till I see you again, old man. In the meantime, have fun wherever you are and hope you have all the fruits and veggies you wish for.
Thank you for bringing so much joy and happiness to us in the short time we had you.
31/10/2023
I love spending time with dogs and I believe training should be fun for both humans and dogs!
PS - these puppers are not in a sit stay neither did I call them to me 😄
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18/10/2023
Come join us for the last group classes of the year before we close for the holidays! 🎄🎅🏻
PUPPY PRESCHOOL
For puppies up to 5 months old
Start date: Nov 3
When: Friday 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Duration: 60 mins × 4
Fee: $450
Class size: 4-6 pups depending on the breed and size
Venue: Pets Ave Vet Clinic (River
Valley) 241 River Valley Road
#02-01 Singapore 238298
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TRICKY TRICKS
Open to Puppylove, MDT, Pawsitivemind or Supaw alumni. Non-alumni on a case by case basis.
Start Date: Nov 4
When: Every Sat 10am-11am
Duration: 60mins x 4
Fee: $640 (excludes certification $87)
Class Size: maximum 5 dogs
Venue: Ozzy & Friends Daycare, 11 Kalidasa Avenue, Singapore 789391
15/10/2023
Interesting read about how genetics affect dogs.
Some vets are spotting an alarming trend.
22/09/2023
Truffles is mostly blind and slightly hard of hearing. But he can always tell when I’m about to leave the house.
20/09/2023
What are you doing this Sunday?
Come join us at the Parks Festival at West Coast Park!
Myself and fellow trainers will be on site to demo and talk about how to navigate the world of dog parks safely and how to introduce 2 dogs. You can also come by and just have a chat with us!
See you there!
19/09/2023
New classes coming up! DM or email me at [email protected] to register!
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PUPPY PRESCHOOL
For puppies up to 5 months old
Start date: Sep 29
When: Friday 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Duration: 60 mins × 4
Fee: $450
Class size: 4-6 pups depending on the breed and size
Venue: Pets Ave Vet Clinic (River
Valley) 241 River Valley Road
#02-01 Singapore 238298
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TERRIFIC TEENS
For dogs between 5 months to 1.5 years old
Start Date: Sep 30
When: Saturdays 10am
Duration: 60mins x 5
Fee: $800
Class Size: maximum 6 dogs
Venue: Ozzy & Friends Daycare, 11 Kalidasa Avenue, Singapore 789391
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TRICKY TRICKS
Open to Puppylove, MDT, Pawsitivemind or Supaw alumni. Non-alumni on a case by case basis.
Start Date: Nov 4
When: Every Sat 10am-11am
Duration: 60mins x 4
Fee: $640 (excludes certification $87)
Class Size: maximum 5 dogs
Venue: Ozzy & Friends Daycare, 11 Kalidasa Avenue, Singapore 789391
12/09/2023
People can have some pretty unrealistic expectations when it comes to dog behavior. You can't really expect a dog to have any social confidence if they don't have any friends...
Imagine if you didn't have any other people you saw on a regular basis, and instead, you only had passing encounters with random strangers. You wouldn't have any chance to learn or maintain the social skills and savvy that are required to get along pleasantly with other people.
That's life for many dogs. It's no wonder they're reactive. There are some dogs who are scared because they don't have any friends and they don't know how to interact with other dogs appropriately and that makes them anxious so they'd rather just tell other dogs to stay away.
If you want your dog to have social confidence, they need a core social group!
If your dog is reactive towards other dogs check out:
https://dunbar.info/7-dog-reactivity-tips
And, for the next few hours, you can save 75% on our dog-dog reactivity workshop:
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Training can be as easy as waiting for a little while! You don’t even have to say anything! #puppylove_sg #toypoodle #poodlesg #positivereinforcementtraining #positivereinforcement
Elio, a 7-month-old Lagotto Romagnolo, has an ear infection and needs regular ear cleaning and meds. As it is quite urgent, we don’t have the luxury of slowly getting him used to ear cleaning. Instead I am just going at his pace and making it as pleasant an experience as possible for him. The rate of reinforcement is very high and I pause at every step of the way. He is given the time to look and sniff the cotton pads and bottles. He also has the option of walking away at any time. By giving him the choice to opt in, it is more likely he will cooperate now and in the future. PS - There’s no worry of over feeding him as he’s just getting kibbles from his daily ration. #puppylove_sg #puppies #positivereinforcementtraining #cooperativecare #lagottoromagnolo #lagotto #lagottopuppy
Just a friendly reminder that you don’t have to touch your dog to teach it a behaviour or even to move it.
What a year it has been! In addition to more public talks as well as seminars, some notable highlights for Puppylove was my new certification (CPDT-KSA), the establishment of group classes and being the training partner of EQUAL, an IPC charity that strives to transform lives through animal-assisted services. All that would not have been possible without the help of some very special friends. Thank you @mydogtrainer_mdt @pawsitivemind @supawdogsingapore @swingwithdogs @livingwithdog.s @gohan.never.listens
Sometimes we just need to give our dogs time and space to figure things out. Little Charlie is learning to ring the bell. Prior to this video, we had already set up a few repetitions where he successfully tapped the bell. This video we raised criteria and had the bell on the floor. Notice how the handler didn’t move or talk to him. We don’t want to inadvertently introduce any extraneous cues. #puppylove_sg #cavapoo #positivereinforcementtraining #clickertraining #puppytraining
Nemo used to go absolutely bananas when he hears the doorbell. Not surprisingly since it usually means there’s something exciting happening at the door. However to spare our ears, we taught Nemo an alternative behaviour instead of barking. Now when the door bell rings he goes and look for his mama instead. #puppylove_sg #corgi #positivereinforcementtraining
Ever wondered if pack walks are the same as group walks? No prizes for guessing what my preference is!
Puppy Preschool lovelies!
My daughter put together this reel of Buddy.
Buddy had only been on a flat collar and as such is not used to harnesses or having anything go over his head. He would growl and/or back away when that happens. I’ve been working on getting him used to harnesses. Initially I started with a simple H-harness so that it is less material and less scary for him. He’s done so well with that and he also understands that the harness means going out and good stuff happening. I’ve upgraded his harness to the Ruffwear one which provides more coverage and support. Notice he comes forward towards the harness and I’m not trying to corner him into it. There is one point where he backs away. I had initially wanted to clip the harness, which is why my hand was holding the front part of the harness. However because he backed away (likely because of Truffles) I made a quick decision. I ditched the idea of buckling the harness and just lowered the criteria which in this case, meant removing the harness. Always have a clear plan and objective for each training session and be ready to raise or lower criteria as needed! #puppylove_sg #poodle #poodlesingapore #positivereinforcementdogtraining
What’s better than a trip to an empty dog park? A trip that has lots of treats!
Little 3-month-old Yuki learning “Sit”. Now we don’t actually need to teach dogs to sit or lay down they can do that perfectly well all on their own! What we are doing is teaching them the meaning of hand gestures and words. It is much easier for dogs to pick up non-verbal signals compared to verbal ones. So here we are teaching Yuki that when the hand goes up, it means bum on the floor. Notice we are not saying the word “Sit” yet. That will be added only when the bum on the floor behaviour is more fluent. We will also start fading out the lure (food) so that Yuki will sit even if there is no food in the hand. #puppylove_sg #cottondetulear #puppy #puppytraining #positivereinforcementdogtraining
“Raising a dog is like a rainbow. Puppies are the joy at one end. Old dogs are the treasure at the other.” – Anonymous #puppylove_sg #poodle #seniordog #seniordogsofinstagram
Owen, an 8-month-old Tamaruke, is working very hard learning about boundaries during the Terrific Teens class. He has to hold the position until the release word is given. Well done puppy! #puppylove_sg #tamaruke #positivereinforcementtraining #adolescentdog
As Buddy is a foster, I want to make sure that when he moves to his forever home it is as stress free as possible. One of the ways is to ensure he has a place he is familiar with and feels secure in. In this case it is a playpen with his bed and pee tray. All the items will go with him when he moves to my sister’s place. What do you think? Does he like his playpen? #puppylove_sg #poodlesg #fosterpuppy #positivereinforcementdogtraining
Buddy is poodle that I’m fostering. #puppylove_sg #poodle #singaporepoodle #fosterdog
Truffles is a 13-year-old poodle living his best life. Buddy is a recently adopted 6-year-old poodle, also living his best life. 😄 #puppylove_sg #poodle #poodlesg #seniordog
Coming when called is a very useful skill for a dog to learn! Here are 3 tips to improve Recall. - Train as realistically as possible. That means don’t put your dog in a Sit or Down Stay and then call the dog to you. I can’t think of any situations outside the competition ring where I would do that. Most times I would be calling the dog away from distractions and not when she is already focusing on me. - Make coming to you fun! Always treat or do something the dog loves just for coming to you. You have to make yourself more interesting than whatever the dog is eyeing. - When laying the foundation of a great recall, don’t call the dog to you unless you are 90% sure the dog will respond. Don’t test the dog. Do many, many successful easy repetitions and then slowly increase the difficulty based on distance and distraction. Was this useful to you? Let me know in the comments! #puppylove_sg #positivereinforcementdogtraining #positivereinforcement #legattoromagnolo #dogsbehavingwell
I used to teach “Back up” by walking into the dog’s space. This is known as using spatial pressure. Although we are not physically touching the dog, it can be intimidating and feel invasive to some dogs.You can see an example of spatial pressure right at the beginning of the clip. I was adjusting my position on the mat before starting and unintentionally got into her space and she backed away. Luckily I had the presence of mind to quickly mark the movement and then the session started in earnest.This session we are practicing “Back up” using a technique known as targeting. In this instance, Cookie has to place her rear feet on the mat (target). Each placement of the treat helps to set her up for the next round. (You can also see me talking to myself to remind myself 😁) Placing the treat on the floor allows me to slowly increase her distance from the target. The objective of this session was to get Cookie to walk backwards for a distance. And I think we did it!Thank you @supawdogsingapore for letting me play with Cookie! #puppylove_sg #positivereinforcementtraining #dogtraining Supaw Dog Training Singapore
I used to teach “Back up” by walking into the dog’s space. This is known as using spatial pressure. Although we are not physically touching the dog, it can be intimidating and feel invasive to some dogs. You can see an example of spatial pressure right at the beginning of the clip. I was adjusting my position on the mat before starting and unintentionally got into her space and she backed away. Luckily I had the presence of mind to quickly mark the movement and then the session started in earnest. This session we are practicing “Back up” using a technique known as targeting. In this instance, Cookie has to place her rear feet on the mat (target). Each placement of the treat helps to set her up for the next round. (You can also see me talking to myself to remind myself 😁) Placing the treat on the floor allows me to slowly increase her distance from the target. The objective of this session was to get Cookie to walk backwards for a distance. And I think we did it! PS - Many thanks to @supawdogsingapore for letting me play with Cookie!
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Puppylove was founded in 2001 by Angie Tan to promote the exclusive use of dog friendly training methods and behaviour modification which were unheard of in Singapore at that time.
Angie Tan graduated from the renowned San Francisco SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers in 2002 and from the Animal Behavior Center of New York in 2001.
In addition, she has taken part in instructor seminars, courses and workshops conducted by internationally recognised animal behaviorists and trainers including Dr Ian Dunbar, Jean Donaldson, Dr Raymond Coppinger, Terry Ryan, Bob Bailey (a pioneer of operant-based animal training methods) and Susan Garrett, Canada’s leading dog agility competitor and instructor.
