Vermont Dog Trainer Show

Jan 26, 2023

Am I saying it's not okay to hug your dog? No, but please be aware of a dog's personal space just like we want them to be aware of our space.

Takeaways:

1. Why are we doing this?
2. Be aware of space
3. The right timing of it

Question: My dog goes crazy when I get the vacuum cleaner out of the closet. Is there anything I can...

Jan 23, 2023

I don't teach a dog to give me eye contact to avoid a stimulation as I feel that it creates avoidance. Instead I want to teach the dog how to accept the stimulation.

Takeaways:

1. During stimulations
2. Why it’s done
3. What should be done

Question: My dog barks at everything and the hair on his back stands up, is he...

Jan 19, 2023

As dog owners this is one of the most common frustrations that we encounter.

Takeaways:

1. Your dog’s reaction
2. What you can do
3. How to create a calm/positive association

Question: My friend and I both have new puppies, should we get together for play dates?

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Jan 12, 2023

There is nothing wrong with putting your dog through a simple warm-up before you take a walk with your dog, sometimes it helps!

Takeaways:

1. Why is this important
2. This will help set the tone
3. You won’t always need it

Question: When taking my dog for a walk, I let her stop and watch some horses in a nearby pasture. Is...

Jan 9, 2023

You can either become a part of the environment, or you can create the environment you want.

Takeaways:

1. Are you constantly saying "No"
2. You are a part of the environment
3. Create what you desire

Listener Question: Is it bad if my dogs can go in and out of the house whenever they want with a dog door?

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