Is your dog struggling with the process of being groomed? It is quite common for puppies and adult dogs to be stressed during this process especially if it hasn't been slow. Training can turn that around and create a positive experience. Here is an outline to help desensitize them at home.
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Is your dog fearful or reactive to sounds? Commonly dogs are afraid of fireworks, loud trucks, and sudden noises. Some dogs have over arousal reactivity to the doorbell. This is an outline to help desensitize dogs who suffer from this issue.
Has your vet or groomer suggested that your dog needs to be muzzled? Are they reactive to other dogs or people to the point you fear what they may do if they got to close? This is a full outline on why muzzle training is important for all dogs. Muzzle training is a very important part of dog training.
Rescuing a dog? It is important to work through a decompression protocol so that the dog can slowly ease into your enviroment at a slow steady pace. Here is the outline I have created for our rescue as well as many others across the country.
Are you bringing in a new dog into your home with existing dogs? Following an outline of proper introductions is key. You only get one chance at first impressions. Slow and steady wins the race in a cohesive relationship between the dogs.
Pushy puppy? Dominance issues? Spoiled Baby? All dogs benefit from NILF. From new puppies to older rescue dogs and everyone in-between. This is a great way to connect with your dog and create a healthy respectful household