Dog Talk Where we train through the eyes of our dogs

In this episode we talk about all the things you should ask your dog trainer, what should you know and what should you expect. This is real and real life situations. Ask, listen and learn as we take you on a journey of asking a dog trainer.

We talk about the successes and failures we have as dog trainers. Our dogs are not perfect, we have wins and losses just like you do. Thats what makes us different. There is never a dumb question and we all make mistakes. Listen in on how we are just like you!

What are all the things you are not thinking about when you decide to get a dog for your kids? There are so many directions to go in and all the things you should be thinking. We go in depth about the do's and don't of getting your kids a dog and ultimately it comes down to the care giver of the family. This podcast will answer a lot of your questions but will also generate a whole lot more. 

When you hear the word dog obedience what do you think of? Better yet what should you think of? Your dog does not need to be obedience trained to be a good dog. We obedience train our dogs so they understand the behaviors they are born with makes us happy and gives your dog manners but most of all Obedience creates Connection!

What is the best way to introduce your dog to a new friend? Listen in while we talk about dog introductions and the best way to do that so everyone stays safe. 

There are so many tools and they all claim to do the same thing. What one is right for you and your dog? Give a listen and find out that it's not about the tool its about the technique and if you use it right it works. If it's not right for you and your dog it will never work. 

What should we do when we have our dog on a leash and are out walking them. What should you do when you see a person with a leash reactive dog? There are proper leash rules that you should follow and it sure would make the world a better place for those that have caution dogs that are having a hard time out on a leash. Don't be a part of the problem be a part of the training solution. 

Should you use them and if so how? Dog Parks and Doggie Day cares can be good for your dog but they can also be bad for your dog. Sometimes the over use of them can cause aggressive tendencies and then you end up not being able to use them. Listen in while we talk about What is really happening and how you can use them to help your dog but not over use them. 

Do you need to keep your dog in shape to be in shape? We talk about dog fitness and how to keep them safe. No don't go run 15 miles if your dog has not run 1 with you. There are different things you can do to keep your dog limber, and fit so they don't get injured when you are out hiking, biking, jogging or chasing a ball. Just like us we need to stay fit but we don't have to run 15 miles to do so. 

Dog Aggression and reactivity can be scary and most of the time dog's get given these titles and they are not true. Dog's are born social and we tend to mess it all up by "socializing" them. Some dogs are more "aggressive" or should I say assertive. Don't set unrealistic expectations on your dog and remember dog's don't have to like everyone just like we don't have to like everyone. We don't need to be mean but we don't have to like them either. Your dogs get to have the same emotion and when we put our dogs in situations that they feel they need to be mean that is on us. Listen in while we talk about aggression, what it really is and how to understand it better. 

Dog's do it and nobody really likes it. Barking is not a natural behavior. Yes dogs bark but most barking is human caused based on cause and effect. Your dog barks and you either react or don't react and your dog learns how to use its voice. Does your dog need to bark and do you need to accept it? 

It seems that most dogs have some form of leash reactivity. The number one cause of leash reactivity is poor introduction on leash and trauma happens. the leash restricts natural behavior in introductions with dogs so stop doing it!!!

You can find what ever you are looking for. You can go down all kinds of rabbit holes and still find you don't know what to feed your dogs. How do you know? feed them based on their overall health, their overall coat and the biggest one....what does their poop look like? 

Do you know that your dogs behavior is based on a lot of emotion? How you respond to things, how you don't respond to things. they will always seek neutrality. Your emotions will play into your dog's behavior in more ways than you think. Listen in on how dog behavior is impacted by your emotion. 

Are you wondering all the things that your dog might enjoy other than going out and playing with other dogs? Does your dog have an injury and needs to be on a low activity mode? Listen in while we talk about all the different things you can do with your dog. 

Dog Play and how humans fit into that. When should you step in and when should you let it go. Listen while I explain dog language and what we are saying to our dogs. 

Two women connected by dogs. Become best friends and start this amazing journey at connecting other women and their dogs. Listen to our story and the journey we would love for you to go on with us. Let your dogs connect us! 

There is a difference between house manners and Rules? Do you know what they are? What are your house manners and what are your rules? Give a listen while  we talk about the difference between house manners and the rules of the house that we ask our dogs to follow. 

We talk about when is jumping polite and when is it just down right rude? Most trainers would say jumping is never ok, we say jumping can mean all different kinds of things. Give us a listen and see where you and your dog fit into jumping. 

Are you feeling like every waking moment with your dog or puppy that you have to be on the go and you just want to sit down and have a cup of coffee in the morning or read a book or meditate? Your dog should do as you do not you do as they do. Our dogs need to be given permission to settle and do nothing. Stop making them so busy that they don't feel they can take a break. We cause busy dogs, dogs are not busy by nature, they want to relax, sleep and just hang with you. We think a tired dog is a good dog and in reality a tired dog is simply a tired dog. Provide appropriate exercise, food and water and a lovely place to sleep but you don't have to be so busy that they don't feel they can just relax with you. In this podcast we talk about how to give your dogs and you for that matter to settle and just hang out with you when there is nothing going on. 

Do you find that your puppy is taking all of your time and it feels like you have a newborn baby all over again. Look no further, follow all the steps in this podcast and you will have a puppy sleeping through the night and a puppy that will not take up all of your time each day. Having a puppy can be fun and hard work let's not make it harder than it needs to be. You got a dog to have a dog not to have a child. Follow the steps in this podcast and you will have a stress free life with your puppy. Remember puppyhood is not an excuse for bad behavior and having a puppy does not need to be stressful. Puppies thrive in routines. 

Do you find one of the most challenging things about getting a puppy is potty training? You have come to the right place. Potty training can feel very overwhelming and frustrating at times. Following this proven method will get your puppy off to the right start and have your puppy well on its way to being potty trained in two weeks or less. Don't let potty training issues lead you to not getting a puppy or even worse getting rid of your puppy. These are proven steps to getting it done right! 

Are you ready to get a dog but just don't know where to start? Start here! Be patient and take your time this is a life long commitment. In this podcast we talk about all the little things that you should think about before you go to the shelter or rescue and adopt or go to a breeder to get a puppy. Working with a dog trainer is where it all begins. Yes even before you get a dog! 

Come can be one of the hardest commands/behaviors to teach. We go deep into the way a dog thinks and how you can work with natural instincts to get your dog to come. You can also join our dog community where you will have full access to me, ask any questions you have, request videos, we will also give you challenges and tips and tricks to being a better companion to your dog. dogtraining360online.com 

This is a great introduction as to Why two dog loving women are choosing to share our knowledge. Create a dog community of like minded people. And go on a dog training journey like no other.