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Do you have a reactive or aggressive dog? You need to read this training guide!PhoenixnixDogTraining.com
06/23/2025

Do you have a reactive or aggressive dog? You need to read this training guide!
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Discover Leslie McDevitt’s 1-2-3 Pattern Game, a proven behavior protocol to help reactive, fearful, or distracted dogs stay calm and focused. Learn step-by-step how to teach it, why it works, and when to use it for real-life success.

05/09/2025
Urgent response needed to recent CCPDT policy change.
05/06/2025

Urgent response needed to recent CCPDT policy change.

Learn why CCPDT certificants oppose Susan Friedman’s Hierarchy and advocate a strictly force-free standard that bans prong collars, shock collars and aversive training methods.

Meet “Hecor” Devin Booker’s Newest Addition
05/05/2025

Meet “Hecor” Devin Booker’s Newest Addition

Most are using food the wrong way.  Food can be a powerful motivator.  But using food incorrectly can be a disaster.  Le...
04/30/2025

Most are using food the wrong way. Food can be a powerful motivator. But using food incorrectly can be a disaster. Learn more in the 35 page guide, “The Right Way to Use Food Rewards in Dog Training

Learn how to train your dog using food the correct way. Discover expert strategies for reward timing, marker training, avoiding bribes, fading treats, and building strong, lasting behavior with positive reinforcement.

This is a huge problem please share
04/21/2025

This is a huge problem please share

Most Protection sport dog trainers are not qualified to treat pet dog aggression. Learn why many of their methods may be dangerous and what real behavior rehab requires.

02/18/2025
02/15/2025

BUILDING TRUST WITH YOUR DOG: SIMPLE WAYS TO STRENGTHEN YOUR RELATIONSHIP 🐾💖

Trust is the foundation of any meaningful relationship, and it’s equally important in the connection we share with our dogs. It creates a sense of safety, helps us understand each other, and enables us to communicate in ways that make both of us feel secure and comfortable. 🌟🐕

In our busy, fast-paced lives, it’s easy to overlook how important trust is in any relationship. Between work, personal commitments, and everything else life throws at us, it can feel like there’s little time left for meaningful connection. But with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect opportunity to invest in the relationships that matter most — including the one with your dog.

This month presents a wonderful opportunity to focus on building your dog’s "Trust Bank Account," a concept created by the amazing Sarah Fisher, that provides us with an opportunity to invest in small, everyday activities that deepen the connection we share with our canine companions.

What Is a Trust Bank Account? 💰🐶
The concept of a Trust Bank Account is simple, yet very effective. It helps us build and strengthen the trust we share with our dogs, one small deposit at a time.

Just like a financial bank account, your dog’s trust account grows with every enriching and rewarding interaction. These "deposits" can be thought of as small investments that help build a healthy trust account.

Each time you offer your dog a rewarding, enriching experience, you’re adding to their Trust Bank Account. These regular deposits strengthen the foundation of trust, ensuring that your relationship remains resilient enough to handle the occasional “withdrawals” that life may bring.

Simple Ways to Make Deposits
Building your dog’s Trust Bank Account doesn’t require grand gestures—often, it’s the small, regular interactions that make the biggest difference. Here are a few simple ways you can make meaningful deposits into your dog’s Trust Bank Account:

- Opportunities to forage, investigate, and explore
-ACE Free Work
-Opportunities for licking and chewing
-Choice of resting areas
-Sniffy walks
-Mindful body contact (if appropriate)
-Mini adventures
-Quiet, relaxed time together

By incorporating these small, daily deposits into your routine, you can create a healthy Trust Account. Over time, these deposits strengthen your connection, helping you both navigate life’s challenges together.

Understanding Withdrawals
Just like any relationship, there are times when we may need to make a withdrawal from the Trust Account. These moments might be unavoidable, but they can impact the relationship you share with your dog. Here are some common withdrawals that can happen in a dog's life:

-A trip to the vet
-Body contact (especially for touch-sensitive dogs)
-Grooming (baths, brushing, nail trimming)
-Walking on slippery floors
-Wearing poorly fitting equipment (harnesses, collars, etc.)
-Medical treatment or procedures

For example, Harry recently hurt his leg and had to make a trip to the vet. It wasn’t the most enjoyable experience for him, and I could tell he was uncomfortable being examined. That visit was definitely a withdrawal from his Trust Bank Account. Later in the week, we had a lovely walk on the beach, Harry got covered in sand and needed a bath. Not his favourite thing, but it was important to wash all the sand off. Just like the vet visit, the bath was another withdrawal from his Trust Account. You can see how these withdrawals can quickly add up.

Maintaining a Healthy Trust Bank Account 🌱💚
To ensure our dog’s Trust Bank Account remains healthy, we can try to reduce the number of withdrawals where possible and focus on making regular, meaningful deposits. While it’s not always possible to avoid stressful situations, you can help your dog build resilience by ensuring they experience more enriching and positive experiences than challenging ones.

A healthy Trust Bank Account not only strengthens your relationship but also helps your dog navigate life’s challenges with more ease. The more deposits you make, the stronger your dog’s trust will be, making it easier for them to bounce back from the occasional withdrawal.

Create Your Dog’s Trust Bank Account 📊
Why not try creating a Trust Bank Account for your own dog? This simple activity will help you track and balance trust-building moments.

How to Do It:
1. Grab a piece of paper and divide it into two columns:
o Deposits
o Withdrawals
2. Every day, write down at least three deposits and keep track of any withdrawals. If your dog has a tough day with several withdrawals (like a vet visit), try to add a few extra deposits to balance out the withdrawals.
3. At the end of the week, check your dog’s Trust Account balance: Take a moment to review the deposits and withdrawals you've made in your dog’s Trust Bank Account.

What Will You Deposit Today? 💭
We would love to hear how you build trust with your dog! What are some of your favourite ‘deposits’?

Muzzle conditioning is a critical step for pet parents, dog trainers, behavior consultants, and veterinarians seeking to...
02/10/2025

Muzzle conditioning is a critical step for pet parents, dog trainers, behavior consultants, and veterinarians seeking to manage canine aggression and ensure safer handling of dogs that display aggressive or reactive behaviors.

Force-free guide to muzzle conditioning with positive reinforcement. Learn proper fit, step-by-step training, and safety tips for reactive and aggressive dogs.

How to stop any unwanted dog behavior immediately.
01/02/2025

How to stop any unwanted dog behavior immediately.

Learn how using an indoor leash can help manage jumping, barking, anxiety, and more to foster a relaxed, trusting home environment.

Unleash the Calm: The Power of Nose Work for Enrichment.
12/13/2024

Unleash the Calm: The Power of Nose Work for Enrichment.

How Nose Work Can Calm Dog Anxiety and Enrich a Dog’s Life Dogs experience the world in a profoundly different way than humans. While we rely primarily on our eyes to interpret our surroundings, dogs rely on their noses. For dogs, sniffing isn’t just a way to find their favorite toy or treat; it...

Got Puppy or Dog Potty Training problems?
11/22/2024

Got Puppy or Dog Potty Training problems?

Discover the ultimate guide to potty training your puppy or dog. Learn proven, step-by-step methods to eliminate accidents, and build good habits.

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