Tag: positive reinforcement

  • Why Is My Dog So Anxious? Tips for Relaxation and Leash Training

    Why Is My Dog So Anxious? Tips for Relaxation and Leash Training
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    Let’s talk crazy and relaxed. My dog Pixie deals with anxiety and tension. She is on high alert all the time. It’s a mixture of lack of training, socialization, and genetics. The long road of training has included rewarding my dog for relaxing and being at peace. So there I was cuddling with the dogs… Read more

  • Help! My Dog Won’t Accept Friendly Strangers

    Help! My Dog Won’t Accept Friendly Strangers
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    You’re on a walk, and a friendly stranger approaches, eager to meet your dog. But instead of wagging their tail, your dog freezes, barks, lunges, or hides behind you. You’re left feeling awkward and apologetic, wishing your pup could see that not every stranger is a threat. It’s frustrating and maybe even a little embarrassing,… Read more

  • How Do I Teach My Dog to Respond to ‘Yes’?

    How Do I Teach My Dog to Respond to ‘Yes’?
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    Training Command/Trick or Problem: Your dog is lying peacefully on their bed instead of leaping onto the couch to steal your snack. Or they wait calmly by the door while you leash them up for a walk. These are golden moments when your dog is doing something right—but how often do you acknowledge it? Without… Read more