Hard biting softened through wrestling games 😳 Sounds counter productive 🤔 but it’s a really satisfying outlet that I used to reinforce a soft mouth and a desire to NOT bite me 😁 You don’t have to use bitey games but I do because it’s rewarding for the dog. I stay safe when I’m doing…
Category: Training and Behaviour
Sharing what I know
Fit and focused
How canine conditioning exercises calmed my fizzy dogs mind Canine Conditioning exercises prevent injury and enhance recovery. I’d heard about it but that was as far as my understanding went. But when Hero was 1 year old I was concerned about his posture and inability to walk nice on the lead despite the training. He…
Is your dog over-aroused?
Too much of that energy and they’ll feel unable to manage their emotions
Knock Knock GO AWAY
knock knock knightmares resolved
Layne Arlina, Dog Bite Prevention Educator
I’m proud to announce that I’m now a certified Dog Bite Prevention Educator 😊 I aim to use my new status and skills to help people understand dog behaviour, so together we can prevent dog bites 🐕 #dogbitesafety #dogbehaviour #streetwisedogs #doggonesafe #childrenanddogs #doglaw http://www.streetwisedogs.com
Is daycare right for your dog?
Adrenaline junkies seek out stimulation and struggle to settle
I use real food to train
If you’re wondering what I use for training treats, it’s 100% single protein, organic meat. I use JR Pet Products Pate because its kind to the gut, good for the brain and easy to cut up teeny to reinforce the behaviour I want. Occasionally I will use a kibble with high meat-low Carb ratio, or…
Team Buddy, Manchester Terrier
Voluntarily turn away from perceived danger rather than behave aggressively towards it – wow!
Streetwise Dogs review – Buddy
To keep a safe distance from unfamiliar people and dogs Buddy relied on using aggression to asserting his boundary needs. This is very common when a dog’s polite request for space is ignored /missed – they need to speak louder. Read how this is changing for Buddy
Does your dog really like it?
Ever had a day where you just need some space from other people, or even your dog? Maybe you have a headache or feel a bit stressed from something you’ve been thinking about. What if your dog secretly felt the same… how would you know?