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Most puppies go through a ‘Fear Period’ stage, which can include fear of objects, adults, children, and other dogs. Unfortunately, many popular strategies taught to counter puppy fear are the absolute worst things possible. I’m covering three things you should never do when your puppy or rescue dog displays fear of people and what to do instead to create confident and empowered dogs.

 

In the episode you'll hear:

 

• The bad advice given when puppies show fear of people.
• What 'flooding' is and why it intensifies fears.
• The 3E's of Environment, Education and Empowerment for puppy and rescue dog socializing.
• About empowering your dog with choice vs. controlling them.
• Cues and games that grow confidence for puppies and dogs.
• How to use a distinct noise to refocus a puppy's attention when they're worried.
• Ways to change the environment easily by changing your appearance.
• How to set up "training dens" in your home and increase confidence for puppies or rescue dogs.
• What body language looks like for confident and joyful dogs.
• How to manage and train in environments with potential fear triggers for your dog.
• What to do when you have houseguests that your dog or puppy fears.

 

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Resources:

 

1. Crate Games Online - https://get.crategames.com/
2. Podcast Episode 191: Get Your Dog To Calm Down With This Common Sense Protocol For Relaxation - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/191/
3. YouTube Video: Susan Garrett’s Perch Work Dog Tricks (Pivots and Spins) - https://youtu.be/O6sj6fTJnFc
4. YouTube Playlist: Target Training for Dogs with Susan Garrett - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy3ylCyQ2bJQSCwo_ERiVHj3
5. Podcast Episode 89: Why Dogs Should Not Tug: The Truth Revealed - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/89/
6. YouTube Video: All About Trick Training and Wag Nation (Teach Crawl) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PS0gchkhTXU
7. Podcast Episode 175: Food Luring VS Shaping In Dog Training: How Science Changed How I Teach Dogs - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/175/
8. Podcast Episode 111: How An Anchor Dog Can Help Overcome Your Dog’s Anxiety Or Reactivity - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/111/
9. Podcast Episode 157: Dog Body Language: Understanding Canine Communication Signals And Emotions - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/157/
10. Podcast Episode 4: T.E.M.P. (Tail, Eyes/Ears, Mouth, Posture) - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/4/
11. Podcast Episode 112: Stressed Dog? How Trigger Stacking Might Be Putting Your Dog Over Threshold - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/112/
12. Podcast Episode 58: How to Create Kid Friendly Dogs and Dog Friendly Kids - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/58/
13. Podcast Episode 68: 3 Easy Tricks Every Dog Should Know - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/68/
14. YouTube Video: Normalizing Imperfection in Dog Training - https://youtu.be/X_f1hm_XhJM
15. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/-QDtHTbpHpY

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The way we train with positive reinforcement might seem a little out there as we put our dog’s emotions first, and if our dog does not do what we want them to do, we don’t punish or correct. It might even make you wonder what sort of anarchy we have in our lives with our dogs! But it’s not like that at all because one of the guiding principles I’ve been talking about since the 90s is that positive is not permissive.

 

In the episode you'll hear:

 

• What “positive not permissive” really means.
• Why the relationship we have with our dog weaves into everything.
• How expectations and consistency create clarity for dogs.
• The reasons a dog might not be meeting your expectations.
• That dog training can be part of everything you do.
• What a day might look like in your life with your dog.
• The hierarchy of behaviors to consider.
• Why recall, retrieve and relax are my top priorities.
• Games you can play with your dog for life skills.
• The reason loose leash walking begins at home.
• Tips to fit dog training into everyday life with daily quickies.

 

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Resources:

 

1. Crate Games Online - https://get.crategames.com/
2. Podcast Episode 171: Dog Training With Layered Shaping: Why Classical Conditioning Must Come First - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/171/
3. Podcast Episode 107: Pedicure Please: 3 Steps To Dog Nail Trimming Or Grooming Success At Home! - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/107/
4. Podcast Episode 20: Bridging the Gap Between Blame and Kindness in Dog Training - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/20/
5. Podcast Episode 27: Do Dogs Need Rules? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/27/
6. Podcast Episode 99: When Reinforcement Based Dog Training Doesn’t Work - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/99/
7. YouTube Playlist: Dog Won't Listen or Ignores You? Susan Garrett's Training Tips to Get Your Dog Listening Anywhere - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy0HiauCoyVrDAWr1VeAWPES
8. Podcast Episode 26: Pro Dog Training Tips to Get Your Puppy to Sleep All Night - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/26/
9. Podcast Episode 150: Adding Mindset To Your Dog Training Tools: Who Do You Become? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/150/
10. YouTube Playlist: Puppy Essentials with Susan Garrett - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy2hywpv3Md3HbWWPPbVF8W5
11. Podcast Episode 190: Using Daily Quickies To Fast Track Your Dog Training And Grow Your Dog’s Skills - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/190/
12. Podcast Episode 178: Dog Walking: Why To Start, How Often, And Where - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/178/
13. Podcast Episode 191: Get Your Dog To Calm Down With This Common Sense Protocol For Relaxation - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/191/
14. Podcast Episode 158: Stop Your Dog’s Unwanted Behaviors With This Positive Interrupter - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/158/
15. YouTube Playlist: Loose Leash Walking with Susan Garrett - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy1mGMfdVKXq_hiJ27Ej1shW
16. YouTube Playlist: Dog Training Games with Susan Garrett - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy2TzttCtZVFwzwMGayAsaYe
17. YouTube Video: Susan Garrett’s Perch Work Dog Tricks (Pivots and Spins) - https://youtu.be/O6sj6fTJnFc
18. Podcast Episode 153: Dog Muzzles: Everything You Need To Know And How To Muzzle Train Dogs - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/153/
19. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/e26e7BfX2j4

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Trying to work with multiple dogs at once can be a struggle, especially when one dog consistently interferes. Even if you only have one dog, the information offered in this episode is important as you want your dog to be able to relax when there are other dogs or distractions around. I’m covering the criteria and strategy for training in a multi-dog household or when things in the environment are exciting for dogs.

 

In the episode you'll hear:

 

• That learning to ignore distractions and relax is important for dogs of all ages.
• Why dogs really want in on the action when you are training with fun.
• That dogs give us a critique of how we’ve taught them to wait turns.
• All the training steps starting with Crate Games then growing to Hot Zone.
• Why to listen to your dog’s feedback about their understanding.
• What makes a great Hot Zone when your dog is learning to wait their turn.
• Why dogs need a brilliant understanding of their release cue.
• That it’s up to you to decide your criteria for your waiting dog.
• A test you can do with multiple dogs so they can show you what they understand.
• How to add other dogs to training when your waiting dog has strong foundations.

 

Resources:

 

1. Crate Games Online - https://get.crategames.com/
2. Podcast Episode 134: How To Teach A Dog Stay WITHOUT Luring, Collar Pops Or Using The Word “Stay” - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/134/
3. YouTube Video: Susan Garrett’s Perch Work Dog Tricks (Pivots and Spins) - https://youtu.be/O6sj6fTJnFc
4. Learn ItsYerChoice - https://recallers.com/iycsummit-join/
5. Podcast Episode 137: Is Your Dog Hyper At Home? How To Teach Relaxation - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/137/
6. Podcast Episode 172: How To Teach Your Dog Anything With My Training Plan - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/172/
7. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/u4L-ra0fwc8

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When you have a new puppy, safe socializing is important. Something to consider is taking a pup to outdoor cafes or restaurants. When you do it right, there are many benefits. But if done badly, your puppy could end up overwhelmed or having a bad experience and becoming fearful. I’m covering all the steps to grow your puppy’s confidence when dining out at a pet-friendly venue so you can enjoy a coffee or meal with family and friends.

 

In the episode you'll hear:

 

• All the benefits of taking your puppy to an outdoor café, restaurant, or similar.
• That planning and preparing starts with knowing your puppy.
• How growing confidence in new environments is crucial.
• Why to have a backup plan and what that could be.
• The three games that prepare puppies to relax in new spaces.
• What to bring (and not bring) to the restaurant.
• Tips on what to practice at home before going to new locations.
• How to be intentional about picking the right table in the right location.
• The training plan I use when I have my puppies out at cafes or restaurants.
• All the steps to making dining out with you a positive experience for your puppy.

 

ItsYerChoice Summit:
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Resources:

 

1. Blog Post: Have You Tried A “Puppy Adventure Trip?” - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2015/05/have-you-tried-a-puppy-adventure-trip/
2. Podcast Episode 130: Conditioned Responses: The Magic Every New Puppy (And Dog) Owner Must Know About - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/130/
3. Crate Games Online - https://get.crategames.com/
4. Podcast Episode 32: 20 Easy Ways to Exercise Your Dog at Home (Hot Zone) - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/32/
5. Podcast Episode 134: How To Teach A Dog Stay WITHOUT Luring, Collar Pops Or Using The Word “Stay” - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/134/
6. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/hJnyW7mROxI

Visit us at shapedbydog.com  

 

Inadvertent stress is something we want to minimize when training our dogs, as excessive stress has the same impact on dogs as it does on us. Now, stress is everywhere, but we don’t want to create it unintentionally and don’t want our dogs to endure anxiety if we can avoid it. We’re looking at how we can set up our training to prevent our dogs from stressing out.

 

In the episode you'll hear:

 

• How dogs can stress low or high and what that stress looks like.
• That our human mechanics can reduce anxiety for dogs.
• About practicing without your dog and how that will help minimize stress.
• Why videoing will improve your training sessions and help your dog.
• How I set up my training area and include stations.
• That transitions are the gaps between the training, and we want them seamless.
• What an efficient training session is and how to minimize your dog's repetitions.
• About the importance of using Balance Breaks in your training sessions.
• An answer to a listener's question about using food when training heeling.

 

Resources:

 

1. Podcast Episode 86: How to Train Unmotivated or Overexcited Dogs - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/86/
2. Podcast Episode 4: T.E.M.P. (Tail, Eyes/Ears, Mouth, Posture) - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/4/
3. Podcast Episode 157: Dog Body Language: Understanding Canine Communication Signals And Emotions - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/157/
4. Podcast Episode 110: Is Your Over-Aroused Dog Just Over-Faced In Training? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/110/
5. Podcast Episode 131: How Would Susan Garrett Plan Your Dog Training Sessions? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/131/
6. Podcast Episode 125: Why Isn’t My Dog Learning What I’m Training? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/125/
7. Podcast Episode 31: 5 Simple Hacks to Help Your Dog Learn Faster (Reinforcement Process) - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/31/
8. Susan’s Favorite Tripods and Video Accessories - https://dogsthat.com/favs/#tve-jump-178b15548dc
9. Podcast Episode 133: Become Your Own Dog Training Coach With This Video Strategy - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/133/
10. Podcast Episode 57: Why Balance Breaks Fast Track Your Dog Training - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/57/
11. Crate Games - https://get.crategames.com/
12. YouTube Video: Perch Work (Pivots and Spins) - https://youtu.be/O6sj6fTJnFc
13. Recallers - https://recallers.com/
14. Podcast Episode 53: Stop Your Dog Pulling on Leash and Start Walking Together - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/53/
15. YouTube Video: Understanding Your Dog's Reinforcement Zone (RZ) with Susan Garrett - https://youtu.be/OaUAScgaFAg
16. YouTube Video: Susan Garrett's Target Stick Training for Dogs Part One - https://youtu.be/MzePo7RSQu4
17. YouTube Video: Susan Garrett's Target Stick Training for Dogs Part Two - https://youtu.be/TqsEEWCXze0
18. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/tcae85wYXBE

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I’m sharing my implementation guide so that you can teach your dog to stay and hold duration positions easily with reinforcement. Your dog understanding how to wait with duration will help in daily life around home, when you are out together, and in dog sports like obedience and agility. All you need is your dog, a tug or some treats, and you are ready to get started.

 

In the episode you'll hear:

 

• Why I don’t use the phrase impulse control these days.
• The reason to start with correct being easy for your dog.
• How my 5C Formula for Success applies to stay training.
• About mini challenges that grow your dog’s confidence.
• Why your dog’s choice is your dog answering your question.
• How to apply my ItsYerChoice game to stay training.
• Why we want our dogs to want to stay in position as their choice.
• The steps to playing duration games with food if your dog does not like toys.
• Why we need to create clarity about when your dog’s stay is over.
• About the words search and break as release cues.
• My little test that you can play with your dog as you listen.
• How choice based dog training creates connection and trust.

 

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Resources:

 

1. • Podcast Episode 134: How To Teach A Dog Stay WITHOUT Luring, Collar Pops Or Using The Word “Stay” - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/134/
2. • Learn to play ItsYerChoice - https://recallers.com/iycsummit-join/
3. • Get Crate Games Online - https://get.crategames.com/
4. • Podcast Episode 44: Using Coincidences and Positive Associations in Dog Training - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/44/
5. • Podcast Episode 57: Why Balance Breaks Fast Track Your Dog Training (DASH) - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/57/
6. • Podcast Episode 21: The 5 Critical Dog Training Layers for Confidence with Anything - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/21/
7. • Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/pZ1gFNMU-K8

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Do you ever wish your dog could really stay when you ask? Like when you're eating dinner, and you ask your dog to go on their mat, or maybe you put them in their bed so you can answer the door. There are many times in life when we want our dogs to wait with duration. Training your dog to stay no matter what, starts with them knowing what to do and when it’s over.

 

In the episode you'll hear:

 

• The different ways of dog training a stay.
• Why lizard brain freeze is different to a dog understanding stay.
• How I start training duration behaviours like sit, down and stand.
• The layers dogs need from introducing a behaviour, so they can be an elite expert.
• How to start stay training easily with a puppy.
• Why I reward the pause to start understanding of stay.
• About knowing what you are rewarding and how permission is a reinforcer.
• How the Collar Grab Game, Tug, ItsYerChoice, and Crate Games help you.
• Why Crate Games, along with Hot Zone, grows your dog’s clarity for release cues.
• How to use ABCD so that your dog understands how to wait.

 

Resources:

 

1 • Podcast Episode 18: 4 Puppy and Dog Training Games for Acquired Bite Inhibition - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/18/
2 • Podcast Episode 24: Help for the Dog who Chases Chipmunks, Bicycles, and the Neighbor’s Cat - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/24/
3 • Podcast Episode 44: Using Coincidences and Positive Associations in Dog Training - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/44/
4 • Podcast Episode 11: The Power of Permission in Dog Training - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/11/
5 • Learn ItsYerChoice in Susan’s free IYC Summit - https://recallers.com/iycsummit-join/
6 • Get Crate Games Online - https://get.crategames.com/
7 • Podcast Episode 117: What’s More Important Than Your Dog Training Sessions? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/117/
8 • Podcast Episode 19: One of My Biggest Pet Peeves in Dog Training - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/19/
9• Podcast Episode 85: Understanding Your Dog’s Sit: LWT - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/85/
10 • Podcast Episode 100: Dog Training: The Most Important Lesson I Can Share - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/100/
11 • Podcast Episode 6: The Art of Manipulation - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/6/
12 • YouTube Video: Perch Work Dog Tricks (Pivots and Spins) - https://youtu.be/O6sj6fTJnFc
13 • Podcast Episode 52: The Five Most Common Words in Dog Training and Which Ones I Never Use - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/52/
14 • Podcast Episode 16: The Thing Before Your Dog’s Thing - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/16/
• Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/gNnnoqLbTzk

Visit us at shapedbydog.com 

 

Holiday celebrations are a great time for all of us, but they can be very stressful for our dogs. There are many things you can do to help reduce the stress for your dog when you have visitors or are visiting someone else. We’re covering important tips that will keep your dog safe, children safe and help everyone experience happy holidays.

 

In the episode you'll hear:

 

• Why holidays can be overwhelming for dogs.
• What you can do to prepare for the safety of your dog.
• The reason your dog needs a safe space to relax.
• How playing games will help your dog and are fun for everyone.
• Why to make sure your dog exercises before you have guests.
• About trigger stacking and keeping your dog under threshold.
• How to prepare your guests for interaction with your dog.
• Why people need to know how dogs say “no, thank you.”
• About being the best advocate for your dog.
• What to pack for your dog if you travel to celebrate.
• How to set your dog up for success if you visit someone else.

 

PDF Download:
Click here for your coloring download for dog safety. - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/128

 

Resources:

 

• Crate Games Online - https://get.crategames.com/
• West Paw Toppl Treat Toys - https://www.westpaw.com/products/toppl-treat-toy
• Kong Toys - https://www.kongcompany.com/
• Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/vzJmChfC85I

Further Learning:
• Podcast Episode 112: Stressed Dog? How Trigger Stacking Might Be Putting Your Dog Over Threshold - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/112/
• Podcast Episode 4: T.E.M.P. (Tail, Eyes/Ears, Mouth, Posture) - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/4/
• Podcast Episode 22: The Invisible Bubble of Pressure and Your Dog - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/22/

 

Games to Play with Dogs:
• Learn the ItsYerChoice Game - https://recallers.com/iycsummit-join/
• YouTube Video: 5 Games for Puppies - https://youtu.be/Hxd1sVEQp2Y
• Podcast Episode 32: 20 Easy Ways to Exercise Your Dog at Home - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/32/
• Podcast Episode 68: 3 Easy Tricks Every Dog Should Know - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/68/
• Podcast Episode 18: 4 Puppy and Dog Training Games for Acquired Bite Inhibition - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/18/
• YouTube Video: Perch Work Dog Tricks (Pivots and Spins) - https://youtu.be/O6sj6fTJnFc
• YouTube Video: Target Stick Training Part 1 - https://youtu.be/MzePo7RSQu4
• YouTube Video: Target Stick Training Part 2 - https://youtu.be/TqsEEWCXze0

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If your dog is getting on the table or counter and stealing food, you are not alone. The topic of counter surfing is one that I get a lot of questions about, and it’s frequently requested for me to cover on my podcast. Your dog taking things from the counter is a big frustration, and we’re looking at how you can turn this around.

 

In the episode you'll hear:

 

• The three ways you could deal with a dog who surfs the counter.
• Why dogs start stealing food, and the gradual climb to the crime.
• Where the reinforcement is for your dog, and why it might not be what you think.
• What you might be doing that rewards your dog’s counter surfing.
• How to recognise a behaviour chain.
• Games to fix counter surfing and the steps for food theft prevention.

 

Resources:

 

• Podcast Episode 11: The Power of Permission in Dog Training - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/11/
• Podcast Episode 16: The Thing Before Your Dog’s Thing - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/16/
• Podcast Episode 20: Bridging the Gap Between Blame and Kindness in Dog Training - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/20/
• Podcast Episode 27: Do Dogs Need Rules? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/27/
• Podcast Episode 32: 20 Easy Ways to Exercise Your Dog at Home - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/32/
• Game: Learn how to play ItsYerChoice (IYC) - https://recallers.com/iycsummit-join/

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