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Training Tips

01

Creating Juvenile State

Building a relationship with your dog that supports them as they explore the world.  This relationship is defined by you being identified by your dog as its parent. 

02

Emotions Control Behavior

Recognizing the emotional state of our dogs is key to controlling behavior.​

03

Recognizing Physical Cues

How a dog looks and acts can tell you a lot about their emotions. Listen to what your dog’s body is telling you.

04

Emotional Expressions of Dog in Upper and Lower Brain States

Building a relationship with your dog that supports them as they explore the world.  This relationship is defined with you as leader and your dog as trusting student.

05

Leash Work and Tethers

Leading your dog on a leash creates a calm emotional state.

06

What to do When Dog is “Tight” (Lower Brain)

There are many things that you can do to calm down and de-escalate your dog when they are anxious or tight.

07

What to do When Introducing Two Dogs

Introducing two dogs can be tough, but there are steps to take in order to avoid a conflict.

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