Cape Winelands GSD Training Group

Cape Winelands GSD Training Group OUR AIM IS TO ASSIST GSD OWNERS WITH GENERAL TRAINING AND ADVICE.

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CULTIVATING CALMNESSWe teach our dogs all sorts of things, but maybe don’t realize that teaching “calm” is also an impor...
15/07/2024

CULTIVATING CALMNESS

We teach our dogs all sorts of things, but maybe don’t realize that teaching “calm” is also an important behavior that has so many positive applications for both us and our dogs.

“Calm” can be defined as the absence of agitation or excitement; a feeling of tranquility; serenity and peace. These feelings are so often lacking in both our lives and that of our dogs.

Besides teaching dogs to settle on a mat or in another place or capturing and rewarding calm behavior, here are some other ways to promote calmness.

Scenting or sniffing is a really effective and simple way to promote relaxation. It lowers the pulse rate and creates feelings of wellbeing.

Chewing is another powerful relaxation tool. Dogs use the chewing to relieve stress, frustration or anxiety. Chewing has a calming effect on the adrenal-pituitary axis in the brain which triggers the release of endorphins. It’s like self-medication for stress or anxiety.

Relaxing music that is specifically made for dogs can also work well, especially with dogs that get over excited in a car or have storm or firework fear.

When playing an exciting, high-energy game with your dog, take frequent breaks before starting up again to help your dog wind down and become calmer.

Aromatherapy, ear or other types of massage are other ways to help create calmness.

Cortisol holidays are also really important after a stressful event to prevent trigger stacking and allow cortisol levels to return to normal.

Conventional wisdom says that the ability to remain calm is a character trait that most of us lack, but Neuroscience teaches us that remaining calm under pressure is not an inborn trait, but a skill that needs to be learnt, practiced and managed and this applies to our dogs as well.

Puppy Class!Learning some Life Skills!Learning that touching my ears/paws & looking at my Teeth is actually Fun!www.cape...
14/07/2024

Puppy Class!

Learning some Life Skills!

Learning that touching my ears/paws & looking at my Teeth is actually Fun!

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06/07/2024

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Big Congratulations to - Jackie, Antonette & Helen for passing BH (Begleithund) this pass weekend. We very proud of you and hard work pays off! www.capewinelandsgsd.com #capewinelandsgsd #capewinelandsgsdtraining #germanshepherd #dogtraining

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We sharing some Holiday Fun our Cape Winelands Family shared with us over the holidays! Enjoy these moments with us! Remember Training Starts again the 21 Jan 23 @ 9:00. www.capewinelandsgsd.com

We sharing some Holiday Fun our Cape Winelands Family shared with us over the holidays! Enjoy these moments with us! Remember Training Starts again the 21 Jan 23 @ 9:00. www.capewinelandsgsd.com

We sharing some Holiday Fun our Cape Winelands Family shared with us over the holidays! Enjoy these moments with us! Remember Training Starts again the 21 Jan 23 @ 9:00. www.capewinelandsgsd.com

We sharing some Holiday Fun our Cape Winelands Family shared with us over the holidays! Enjoy these moments with us! Remember Training Starts again the 21 Jan 23 @ 9:00. www.capewinelandsgsd.com

Holiday Fun our Cape Winelands Family shared with us.
Holiday Fun our Cape Winelands Family shared with us.

We sharing some Holiday Fun our Cape Winelands Family shared with us over the holidays! Enjoy these moments with us! Remember Training Starts again the 21 Jan 23 @ 9:00. www.capewinelandsgsd.com

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Great Morning, starting Beach Social. Well done all, was great Fun! www.capewinelandsgsd.com

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