10/26/2026
The goal isn’t just a dog who listens, but a dog who learns how to feel safe, fulfilled, and at peace even when excitement is all around him.
For Yogi, who has a naturally high prey drive, learning to “switch off” after play is just as important as having the opportunity to fulfill those instincts.
In this session, we’re working on relaxation and impulse control in an environment filled with toys. The goal isn’t to suppress his drive or take away the joy of play. It’s to teach him that he can enjoy fulfilling those instincts and then find peace when the fun is over.
Learning to disengage from tempting resources helps build frustration tolerance, emotional regulation, and a healthier relationship with the things he loves. Over time, we want Yogi to feel less compelled to engage with every exciting thing in his environment and more confident in his ability to settle, even when temptation is right there. Because true impulse control is about developing the ability to make a different choice without becoming overwhelmed by the things you want.
We’re not just teaching Yogi an off switch. We’re helping him build the skills to move between excitement and calm, with a more balanced nervous system and the understanding that he doesn’t have to act on every impulse to feel fulfilled.