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Creating opportunities for your dog, cat or any of your pets to experience new things as often as possible, is one of the most valuable things you can do for them. it stimulates their brain, builds confidence, and enriches their lives. This is one of the fundamental lessons of socialisation for young dogs that I teach in my puppy classes.
Take your dog somewhere new as often as possible, somewhere they love to be perhaps? Walks in the forest for example, but choose a different route regularly. Repeating the same routine or same game every day can quickly become boring for both you and your dog. If your regular spot is somewhere like the beach (an open space which takes less time to explore), exercise a little creativity and make up a new game or teach them a new behaviour, something simple and fun, better still something useful that can help you both live together more easily, the possibilities are endless.
When exploring outside, give them the freedom to do all the things that they can’t do at home, like jumping in puddles, playing in the mud (bring some towls!) , or digging holes in the sand in the forest or at the beach! Be creative and make their day special, not only is it great for your relationship with them, but you will be rewarded in ways you will not expect. With everything that life throws at us in today’s world, our time is precious, so make your time with your pet worthwhile, it will put a smile on your face too! Countless research studies have shown time and time again that regular physical activity is not only great for our bodies and minds, but necessary, if we want to live longer healthier lives. Dogs are built to run, so i cant think of a better exercise partner whether your goal is a light stroll or a 10k run.
For more information about our puppy classes or socialisation courses for adult dogs, email us at info@carottesetbatons.com, or call us on 0788291644.
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]]>We have all heard somebody say “I know a dog that is really mean ” or “the neighbours dog is very bad”, perhaps some of you have said it yourself? The real problem that follows such comments and attitudes is what happens to the dogs as a consequence of their perceived bad behaviour, and yes i’m talking about dogs being shouted at, or punished for something, worse still, after prolonged punishment many dogs are either dropped off to a refuge, abandoned on the street, and in other cases, euthanised.
With more than 20 years of professional experience in the rehabitation and education of animals, I can tell you, with my hand on my heart, that there is no such thing as a bad dog, but rather the failure of humans to understand and communicate with them.
“He knows he did something wrong”
Many people assume that dogs understand when they have done something wrong, and are therfore believe they accountable for their actions.
“…My dog doesn’t speak french?”
Most people dont know how to communicate with a dog (or any other animal for that matter), and assume they understand when we talk to them. (or any other language, if you live abroad)
The good news is that these difficulties can be resolved with a little bit of patience and a willingness to learn.
If you’re having difficulties with your own dog, or you know someone who is, you can learn some simple techniques to solve simple behaviour problems and learn how your dog really thinks by signing up for our webinar courses this september. Click here to learn more #leschiensméchantsnexistentpas.
CONTENT OF VIDEO FOOTAGE CALLING 5 DOGS WITH NAME AND VISUAL TARGET VS CALLING WITH JUST NAMEr AND VERBAL CUES.
how to reduce barking
how to reduce dgging
how to reduce destructive behaviour
how to reduce hyperactive non compliant behaviour
how to stop les betises! what is a betise stealing, jumping
ask public to provide questions to be answered
Animals are no different. A puppy or adult dog for example, doesn’t understand our spoken language, social rules or behaviour. They have a complete set of their own – this is a fundamental fact, which requires us to take up the responsability to help teach them to understand some simple rules of how we desire to live with them. The second problem
So instead of scolding, punishing and essentially, setting them up for failure. Have a little patience, think about what you want and always put them for success, so that you can live together without stress, anger or frustration.
If you’re having difficulties with your animals whether large or small, hooves, paws or claws, email us, or call us on 0788291644.
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