10/31/2025
Look at this good boy and his amazing owner, working hard today!
Bodie has a hard time not being a part of every aspect of his owner's life. Sound familiar? It's a very common issue owner's face. When we don't lead our dogs through structure, rules and accountability, they find ways to do that themselves. Usually, this will show in forms of anxiety. Teaching your dog a simple command such as place, can build discipline within your dog. It helps them to become more confident because they can relax on place and not have to be a part of your every move. It also helps with impulse control. Teaching them to have control over the impulses of what they want to do versus what they need to do. It also just simply teaches them how to have an off switch, and just relax!
When you give your dog a job to do, it creates clarity for them. They understand what is expected of them and therefore don't have to make up their own decisions, which typically are not the ones we would prefer.....
Be the pack leader for your dog and give them a job to do! Wandering around your house aimlessly, howling and barking while you're gone, is not desirable. Give them a job to do such as place! If you need help with this, let me know!
Keep up the good work guys!
