by liz@animal-insight.com | Sep 13, 2023 | Aggression, Behavior Modification, Resource Guarding
Our first goal is to help your dog feel more relaxed around you when he has something that he likes. Just to exist in the same space comfortably and to be okay when you talk and walk nearby. Step 1: Create Your Set-Up We need to work in a safe space where we can...
by liz@animal-insight.com | Sep 13, 2023 | Tricks
You can teach your dog to spin in a circle! Choose one direction and always go that direction 🙂 (You can teach the other direction later if you want.) Have several treats in your hand, and use it to guide them in a circle. Feed for little steps in the right...
by liz@animal-insight.com | Sep 13, 2023 | Separation Anxiety
One of the best ways to help dogs with separation distress feel calmer when left alone is to gradually desensitize them to it. We go at their pace and help them feel safe in “practice” separations! Set Up A webcam that can be monitored via your phone is...
by liz@animal-insight.com | Sep 13, 2023 | Aggression, Behavior Modification, Fear, Leash Reactivity
A mat is a fantastic tool for our fearful and reactive dogs! It gives your dog a way to say “Yes, I’m comfortable!” or to say “I need more space.” Your dog signals this by staying on or getting off the mat. Your mat can be a way for you to “station” your...
by liz@animal-insight.com | Sep 13, 2023 | Life Skills, Manners
Wouldn’t it be great to have a dog who waited patiently in the car (or house) until you told him he could get out? Even with the door open? No more scrambling to get a hold of him before he launches out! Wait is a great way to teach your dog not to pass through a...
