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Selina McIntyre, Dog Behaviourist & Dog Trainer, Dogs Best Friend, N.Z.
11.06.22
Dog Training. Dog Behaviour. Accidentally training the opposite!
Did you know many dog owners inadvertently train the opposite of what they want their dog to do?It all comes down to timing.An example of this is the ‘Off,’ for ‘Off the furniture.’Be aware of how you give the command for this. To teach ‘Off,’ off must be said extremely quickly, the second your dogs feet are all off the object or all on the ground (a very small window of time). Whilst it’s important not to wait with this command, it’s also important not to say it too early, otherwise the word “Off” is associated by your dog with being ON the furniture.This principle applies with commands like ‘Quiet’ too. Where your dog should actually be being quiet, at the time the word “Quiet” is said, Selina McIntyre, Behavioural Consultant & Dog Trainer, Dogs Best Friend. For more dog behavioural and training advice, tips and suggestions, why not check out my book with HarperCollins, ‘Big Dog, Small Dog - Make your dog happier by being understood,' thank you 🙂
4.12.21
Dog Training. Dog Behaviour. I do not teach a 'Heel'.
Why?I have no issue at all with a dog walking in front of me when out on the lead, they simply should not be pulling (thus trying to get me to go in the direction they want to go). The lead should be fairly loose. I keep this at medium length. Not too long that I have to bring it in frequently to avoid obstacles but also, not a lead length that is a restriction and 'pressure to fight against' for the dog. The more restriction you place on them, the more dogs seem to pull, Selina McIntyre, Dog Behavioural Consultant & Dog Trainer, Dogs Best Friend. For more dog training and behavioural tips, advice and suggestions, why not head into your local bookstore for a copy of my book in association with Harpercollins, 'Big Dog, Small Dog - Make your dog happier by being understood,' thank you 🙂
20.11.21
Dog Training. Dog Behaviour. Teaching the 'Leave' command for dogs
This is a super useful command. It can be used for leaving human food, Christmas pressies or even the neighbours cat!To teach 'Leave' -Keep hold of an especially favourable treat (or super interesting toy) in your hand and wait for your dog to lose interest - which they will eventually. The instant your dog has turned to go away, exclaim “Leave!” and offer the object. Repeat at least ten times, Selina McIntyre, Dog Behavioural Consultant & Dog Trainer, Dogs Best Friend. For more dog training and behavioural tips, advice and suggestions, why not head into your local bookstore for a copy of my book in association with Harpercollins, 'Big Dog, Small Dog - Make your dog happier by being understood,' thank you 🙂
23.10.21
Dog Training. What's your tone?It may seem obvious but it must be remembered, it’s called a ‘Command’ not a ‘Request’…Also, something to think about, do you change the tone of your ‘Command’ when giving it in ‘Public’ or in front of certain family members etc. This can effect your dogs response…Selina McIntyre, Dog Behavioural Consultant & Dog Trainer, Dogs Best Friend. For more dog training and behavioural tips, advice and suggestions, why not head into your local bookstore for a copy of my book in association with Harpercollins, 'Big Dog, Small Dog - Make your dog happier by being understood,' thank you 🙂
24.07.21Dog Training. Dog Behaviour. The training experience for your dog. The training experience for your dog- Are you being realistic of what you are wanting from your dog? Is the ground very cold or wet that you want them to 'Sit' or 'Stay' on for example? This will affect some dogs performance of such a task. - Then, it may seem obvious but it must be remembered, it’s called a 'Command’ not a ‘Request’… With this, I don't put the Recall/Come into the same 'command' category. For this you really want to be appealing. Also something to think about, do you change the tone of your ‘Command’ when giving it in ‘Public’ or in front of certain family members etc. This can effect your dogs response…- Then, if your dog does not initially respond to a command, do not repeat the same command again and again (unless for the ‘Recall' or ‘Stay.’) This sends the message to your four legged friend that 2-3 repetitions are what the command consists of.Be patient, you could say your dogs name next but then wait. Also, we can call it nagging to a dog as well! Selina McIntyre, Dog Behavioural Consultant & Dog Trainer, Dogs Best Friend.
I get asked about this a lot…‘The Recall’ or ‘The Come’ -First tip, never call your dog to give them a growling!They will associate you with a negative situation and why should they ever want to come to you… [Read More…]
Admin - 10:35:06 @ 'Obedience' Type Command Instruction
06.02.2021
Dog training and behaviour can be about the subtleties in a situation …An example that can happen and be accumulative in nature, is from when you undertake the recall (the ‘Come’) after your dog has been off leash and you regularly put your dog straight back onto a short leash. This restriction can be too much of a negative for some, discouraging the recall. I would aim to have the lead fairly loose (knowing that not too far away you can bring your dog in if you like) or vary the length here. [Read More…]
21.11.2020
Teaching the command “Quiet!”When your dog is barking, growl a stern and guttural “Bah!”*Then, the instant they ARE quiet, say quiet and praise heavily. You could also reward with something high value - such as dried liver pieces or some crumbs of cheese, both being stronger smelling, so usually more attractive to dogs.Once the word association has been achieved, you can work on varying the length of the time, before you give your dog the treat for being quiet. [Read More…]
Admin - 12:59:33 @ 'Obedience' Type Command Instruction
21.06.2019
If your dog does not initially respond to a command, do not repeat the same command again and again (unless for the ‘Recall’/'Come’ or ‘Stay’). This sends the message to your four legged friend that 2-3 repetitions are what the command is made up of.Be patient, you can say your dogs name, but then wait. Also, we can call it nagging to a dog as well ;-) Selina McIntyre, Dog Behavioural Consultant & Dog Trainer, Dogs Best Friend.
Admin - 15:35:01 @ Puppies, Dog 'Ownership' Helpful Tips, 'Obedience' Type Command Instruction
20.05.2018
Watch out for bribery!Do not show your dog the precious treat (or other reward) you have in your hand to try to get them to undertake the command you are wanting.Treats and other rewards should be given IMMEDIATELY AFTER the desired behaviour has been performed, for a few repetions (say 10 times max) but then reduced to a random schedule. [Read More…]
Admin - 19:08:25 @ Puppies, Dog 'Ownership' Helpful Tips, General Training, 'Obedience' Type Command Instruction
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