Question about crate training? Check out my video Q&A below, along with my written advice for those who’d prefer to have a read instead. At some point or another, your dog is likely to be confined in a crate. Here are some likely scenarios: During puppyhood to ensure appropriate rest periods As a safe place …
Ever heard the expression “It takes a village to raise a child”? Not so dissimilar to raising any young animal. There will be times in your life when it might not be possible to be there for your dog – when you’re poorly or if you’re away on holiday. Having a family of villagers in …
First Impressions Count When you’ve always lived with or around dogs, you’ll be very familiar with what to expect from them. This isn’t the case for everyone. And unpredictable can be scary – for both humans and dogs. Dogs that are excitable and bouncy are particularly likely to cause non-dog owners stress. What we see …
How to cope with the puppy witching hour! ?? NB: Mak (the sable collie Toddy is playing with is 8 years old 😀 ) – do boys ever grow up?! See how quickly Toddy changes his behaviour though as a result of his bed appearing. The opportunity to earn reinforcement on the bed is more reinforcing than playing …
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In this week’s #fridayfisherfix I discuss: – Why dogs bark in the first place – The importance of good observation skills so that our dogs can RELAX – Who’s in charge? You or your dog? – Frustration barking – Anxious barking – Helping deaf dogs who might get startled – Guarding behaviour Let me know …
Perception Behaviour problems are often about perception. After all, whilst you might not like your dog barking and jumping up at guests – your dog probably doesn’t have a problem with it! And what might be unacceptable behaviour from your dog for you, might be completely okay for another owner. We’re all individuals, both dogs …
Don’t play the blame game First off – don’t blame yourself. I’m sure you didn’t ask the owner of the other dog to let them attack your dog. Perhaps there is more you could have done to prevent, perhaps not. But as we say a lot around here – we are where we are. Plus, …
Why being told off by adults dogs isn’t such a good thing.
In this video, I share 4 tips to help with the often asked questioned – how do I stop my dog pulling on the lead? Here’s the information I cover: – Length of lead you’re using – Harness suggestions – Using a double ended lead – My feelings on extendable leads – Long lines #fridayfisherfix …
In this video, I address the problems that can arise from a life lived with dogs and cats. Here I talk about: – How I feel about ‘stopping’ behaviours – Teaching incompatible behaviours – Teaching a Bed behaviour – Reducing stress levels Some Resources I recommend: – “Crate Games” DVD by Susan Garrett – Treat …