Wag School

24/08/2023

https://www.facebook.com/brightdogtrainingUK/videos/865355071114074/?mibextid=rS40aB7S9Ucbxw6v

15/08/2023

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13/08/2023

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21/07/2023

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Hu***ng can be funny, annoying or embarrassing for us humans. So why do dogs hump, and what can you do about it?

Sometimes hu***ng can be completely fine to be left alone, and sometimes it can work to positively interrupt the dog (call their name, or another interrupting cue) & redirect to an alternate, & incompatible, behaviour. Interrupt-redirect if the hu***ng behaviour is causing frustration to another being, & help calm the hu***ng dog.

More on this topic from PPGA member Cooper and Kids : https://cooperandkids.com/why-does-my-dog-hump/

20/07/2023

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Having a dog who growls, barks or lunges on lead can be incredibly stressful. There are so many potential underlying causes, and resultingly, training plans.
At the core of all of them is helping our dogs become calmer in this environment. Your local PPGA trainer can help sift through which methods may be most appropriate for your dog.
Some general advice to get you started: https://positively.com/dog-behavior/aggression/leash-aggression/

15/07/2023

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Enrichment on walks is a great way to provide mental and physical stimulation for your dog while also making walks more enjoyable for both you and your furry friend. Here are some ideas for enrichment on walks:

Sniffing: Allow your dog to stop and sniff interesting smells along your walk. Sniffing is a natural behaviour for dogs and can provide mental stimulation and enrichment.

Obstacle Course: Use natural elements in your environment, such as logs or rocks, to create an obstacle course for your dog to jump over or weave around. This will provide physical and mental stimulation.

Hide and Seek: Hide treats or toys along your walk and encourage your dog to find them. This will provide a fun and stimulating game while also reinforcing positive behaviours.

Change of Scenery: Vary your walking route and explore new areas with your dog. This will provide mental stimulation and new sights, sounds, and smells for your dog to investigate.

It is important to always prioritise your dog's safety during walks and to be aware of your surroundings.

29/06/2023

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At AutumnGold we have an informal group of trainers and dog friends who get together regularly to do a bit of dog training, go for group walks, and give our dogs free time to play. During play time…

27/06/2023

22/06/2023

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05/06/2023

Why do dogs growl at people? Your dog is probably trying to protect himself, but there are some ways to alter their aggression.

05/06/2023

There are also lots of myths about what causes separation anxiety, including being too caring or letting your dog sleep on your bed. Just. Not. True.

26/05/2023

So very important to get pups to learn to like being handled - makes vet visits and grooming so much more tolerable for them.

23/05/2023

These are great for pups. KMart used to sell a very inexpensive version - hopefully they still stock them but they are now widely available.

The benefits of a lick mat for a dog include slowing his eating and controlling anxiety and boredom.

18/05/2023

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“Your dog should only sniff when you tell him he can”

That’s what one of my clients was told…

I mean, where do you even start with that? Under what circumstances do we need to micromanage & control another being’s existence to that extent?

Dog sniff. Scent is their primary sense. They sniff to obtain information about their environment. Sniffing offers them a sensory experience which is beyond our comprehension. It’s natural, normal, appropriate, functional behaviour.

Imagine if someone tried to curb or control your vision. What would that feel like? How would you feel about them? Would that make your life better or worse?

You can be in control without being controlling. You can have both boundaries & freedom. Let them sniff…

13/05/2023

Congratulations to our puppy school graduates at Concord Vets on Wednesday night. Well done Blaze, George, Lily and Twiggy!

10/05/2023

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Potentially unrealistic expectations -

• that a puppy will amuse themselves quietly while you work (or, rather, will amuse themselves in a way that's acceptable to you....)
• that a puppy can be left alone for prolonged (or even brief) periods
• that a puppy will settle independently in a bed/crate/pen right from the start
• that a puppy will tell you when they need to go out to the toilet

Puppies need our time, our attention and our supervision. They need us to teach them how to settle. How to be alone for brief periods. How to relax in a pen or a crate. Where to toilet. What their routine is. What the rules of living in a human home are. They need us to adapt our routines and lifestyle to accommodate their needs. They need us to devote the time to them that they need and deserve.

Unrealistic expectations result in avoidable frustration. Expecting your puppy to snooze quietly at your feet while you spend the morning in Zoom meetings might be setting both of you up to fail! If you go into things with your eyes open and accept that, in the early days, your puppy will need a lot of your time & attention and you set things up to make that possible you'll make both your lives a lot easier. Remember, your puppy needs you!

08/05/2023

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