Why You Shouldn’t Repeat Commands to Your pet dog

Why You Shouldn’t Repeat Commands to Your pet dog

So here’s an embarrassing story for you.

I went downhill skiing for the very first time last month.

I was so terrified to try this – afraid even to walk in my ski boots before snapping on the skis. terrified to “shuffle around” on flat land, let alone an incline.

The chaotic atmosphere – people everywhere, bit youngsters wizzing by, the crackle of far-off avalanche, wintertime gear restricting me – only made things worse.

Josh as well as I subscribed for lessons, which was helpful, however it didn’t take away my fear.

I handled to comply with the basic directions (while trembling) as well as even effectively “skied” down the bunny hill about 6 times. If you can phone call the “pizza wedge” skiing.

After 2 hours, I needed a break. My mind was fried as well as my legs were tired. however we only had 45 minutes of lessons remaining, so we continued on.

The trainer kept repeating over as well as over, “Lindsay, bend your knees! Lean forward!”

And I’d try, however my strong runner’s legs were not so strong after skiing for 2 hours.

“Lindsay, bend your legs! Lean! Lean forward! Forward!“

She stated this lots of times, like I couldn’t hear her. Or that I was ignoring her.

But I heard her just fine! I just physically might refrain from doing what she was asking of me in that moment.

“Lean Forward!” she kept repeating.

And then I cried.

35 years old, crying at the bottom of the bunny hill in huge Sky, Mont.

I saw a few bit youngsters on skis crying that day, also. Like, actual 3- as well as 4-year-olds.

Because they had obviously likewise had enough.

Why this associates with pet dog training – never repeat a command

This has to make with pet dog training since the chaos as well as concern going on in my mind is something our dogs experience too.

Imagine you’re a pet dog as well as loud noises as well as new people make you nervous, or even afraid.

And your owner takes you on a walk downtown, to try to “socialize” you as well as assist you get over your fears.

This may be okay for short periods, however the loud traffic, the squealing kids, the other dogs – it’s all a bit much the longer you’re there.

“Heel, Bailey!” your mommy says. “Bailey, heel! HEEL!“

She’s getting frustrated with you, as well as embarrassed, as well as tugs on your collar harder.

“HEEL!” she yells, as though you can’t hear her.

But you hear her just fine.

It’s just that you just cannot walk on a loose leash in that moment.

It’s as well much to ask.

Why you shouldn’t repeat commands to your pet dog (usually)

Now, let’s be honest. Some dogs genuinely are stubborn as well as lots of of them will purposely neglect us. They all do this at least sometimes.

This publish is not about that.

This publish is about when it’s useless to repeat commands louder as well as louder when your pet dog is wildly excited, stressed, anxious or scared.

It’s difficult for a chaotic mind to focus. We’ve all been there, both dogs as well as people.

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So why is it poor to repeat commands to a dog?

It’s not necessarily “bad” however it’s most likely not going to assist with improving your dog’s training or your relationship. Here’s why:

1. Repeating commands to a pet dog is useless.

Your pet dog hears you however either she:

can’t focus or
she doesn’t comprehend what to do.

Or, worst case, she genuinely is ignoring you, which leads me to …

2. You don’t wan’t to train your pet dog to tune you out!

People tend to talk method as well much!

There was this woman in my pet dog Remy’s beginning obedience class who would stand there as well as have full conversations with her young springer spaniel.

This made the pet dog extremely confused.

We’d be working on “stay” as well as instead of just stating the one word – stay – this lady would be like:

“Now, stay there, Sammy. You stay ideal there. Ok?! Ok?! great girl, Sammy! No, don’t look at the dog. No, just stay there. uži si ma. uži si ma. great girl. great girl, Sammy! No, no, stay ideal there.”

Sammy was a great dog, however she didn’t understand what the hell she was meant to do!

3. The command is “down.” Not “down, down DOWN!”

You don’t want to inadvertently produce the routine of repeating commands. Dogs can quickly discover to wait on our third or fourth command if that’s what we do every time.

Ideally, your pet dog must listen on the very first command. We requirement to plan appropriately so our dogs are successful.

So I’m going to discuss some reasonswhy your pet dog is not “listening” to you as well as what you can do to help.

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Reasons your pet dog isn’t listening to you

1. Your pet dog is scared, anxious or overwhelmed.

Fear is a strong force! When you’re scared, your brain can get stuck as well as your body complies with accordingly. This is what occurred to me on the skiing hill.

Of course, a person’s mind as well as a dog’s mind do not work precisely the exact same way. however when a person or a pet dog is scared, all of us tend to autumn back on our fundamental instincts.

There’s no sense in repeating a command to your pet dog over as well as over if your pet dog is scared.

For example, let’s state you’re taking a beginning agility class with your pet dog as well as she’s afraid of stepping into the “tunnel” obstacle.

Your pet dog will most likely have some comprehending of what you want her to do. She sees you pointing at the tunnel. She sees that you’ve tossed some yummy pieces of beef jerky into the tunnel.

But, she’s afraid to take a step into that dark, unfamiliar item that smells like other dogs.

It doesn’t matter exactly how lots of times you repeat, “Tunnel! Tunnel, Bailey. Go! Tunel!”

If she’s afraid or overwhelmed, you’re going to have to discover a different approach. Maybe, shortening the tunnel or motivating her to just take a treat from directly in front of the tunnel.

2. Your pet dog is distracted.

For me, it was the goggles, the helmet, youngsters wizzing by as well as managing four “objects” at when (two poles as well as two skis) that made it tough to focus while discovering to ski.

Your pet dog might be distracted by anything: other dogs, the noise of birds, youngsters playing, web traffic on a hectic road, the wind – anything!

If she’s distracted, sure, it may assist to repeat a command a second time.

But to stand there repeating over as well as over, “Bailey, heel” or “Bailey, come” is not going to help. It’s time to take a step back as well as work on this command or idea some a lot more in less distracting environments.

3. Your pet dog needs method in lots of environments.

Just since your pet dog comprehend “sit” or “down” in a familiar atmosphere such as your own neighborhood, it doesn’t indicate she’ll understand what to perform in a new environment. This is particularly true with new commands as well as concepts.

This is difficult to envision up until you believe about it in a method that associates with you.

For example, I can undoubtedly put gas in my own cars and truck without believing about it. muscle mass memory, I suppose. This is a quite fundamental task that is relatively similar across all vehicles.

And yet, if I have to put gas in a random rental cars and truck or my parents’ car, I’m going to have to stop as well as believe about it, as well as I may even struggle a bit (I’ll absolutely struggle).

As one more example, my pet dog Remy understands the command to play dead (“bang!”) when we’re at house in our living room. However, he has difficulty doing this in nearly any type of other atmosphere (the park, a friend’s house) just since we haven’t practiced.

He’ll get there, however we have to practice.

4. You’re asking as well much of your dog.

Finally, your pet dog may not be “listening” to you since she genuinely does not comprehend what you’re asking.

We’re not always remove with our cues.

A traditional example is when somebody yells, “Down! Down, Bailey!” at their pet dog for jumping.

But doesn’t “down” normally indicate to “lie down”?

And even a lot more typical is making the assumption that our pet dog comprehends a cue or idea when truly the pet dog is still learning.

What must you do instead of repeating commands?

1. Take a step back as well as re-group. like actually step away from the distraction with your pet dog if you have to. Or, take a moment to plan much better for next time.

2. slowly boost as well as subject your pet dog to a lot more distractions as well as new things. Don’t push as well much on him at when if he’s stressed or having difficulty with even the most fundamental commands.

3. keep training sessions short – just 5 minutes or less. keep the training fun! Praise your pet dog for doing the ideal thing.

4. Make sure you’re being remove as well as consistent with what you’re asking. believe of it from your dog’s perspective.

5. break tough ideas into little steps. often ridiculously small.

6. utilize a clicker pri príležitosti ideálneho správania. Nie som príliš inštruktorom fitness Clicker, ale kliknutie je praktický pri výcviku nového nápadu, takže môžete „označiť“ presne, keď váš domáci pes robí určité požadované návyky. Získajte tu kliknutie.

Teraz presne čo tak ostatní?

Čo si myslíte o opakovaní príkazov psovi?

Je to pre nich mätúce? Žiadny obrovský obchod? Už ste niekedy zmätili svojho psa?

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-Lindsay

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Dog park aggression: Is it preventable?

keeping all this in mind, here are seven things to consider at dog parks for your own dog’s safety, since you cannot control it if some idiot brings his aggressive dog into the park.

How to prevent aggression at the dog park

1. find out what law enforcement will actually enforce in your area.

Maybe your police department has its act together a little better than Fargo’s finest. find out what the laws are and how they are enforced. Don’t be afraid to report questionable dogs and owners.

2. keep your dog in the appropriate area for her size.

Most dog parks are divided into at least two sections, based on the size of the dogs. I am guilty. On quiet days when there are only a few dogs at the park, we will all bring our dogs to one side. I do always ask the little dog owners if it’s ok first, but it’s not OK.

Certain dogs do see small animals as prey. My mutt chases squirrels and rabbits all the time, for example. Really, could you blame a lab mix for mistaking a Chihuahua for a rodent?

3. If a dog is questionable, be safe and leave the park.

If there is a dog I don’t trust, or a human who is irresponsible, I make the choice to leave the park with my dog. It’s not worth it to stay and risk a bite or a fight.

4. Do what you can to control your own dog.

I don’t do this typically enough, but it is a good idea to walk my dog before we go to the dog park. If you walk your dog for a half-hour before you go to the park, she can get rid of pent up energy.

The dogs that enter the dog park in an excited state of mind are the ones most likely to be challenged by a dominant dog. practice entering and exiting the park with your dog under control and practice the recall so your dog will come in all situations.

5. Do what you can to control your own dog.

Most of the time when dogs appear to be fighting, they are just playing roughly or working out who is the dominant one. It usually sounds worse than it is and neither dog gets hurt. but if a dog is possessive of its owner and attacks your dog, what will you do?

Dog trainer Jeff Millman over at watch and Train suggests making a loud noise by hitting a garbage can or yelling to distract the dogs. He also said to try throwing toys at the dogs, spraying them with water or covering their heads with jackets. another option is to pull the dogs apart, but know there is a high chance the dogs will bite you.

6. have veterinary emergency information handy for your dog such as a shot record.

Save your dog’s vet number into your phone. know the hours of the vet’s office and where the local animal er is located. You never know when an emergency will occur.

7. remember all animals are unpredictable.

I wish I could trust Ace 100 percent. I don’t think he would ever bite another dog because he is very submissive, but how do I know he wouldn’t? I don’t. animals don’t just bite out of aggression. They bite if they are scared or excited, too. like I said, Ace is normally a submissive dog, but there are a few dogs he will bark and growl at. behavior like this is typically what stirs up a fight.

Aggressive behavior at the dog park cannot be avoided completely. going to the dog park is always a risk. dog whisperer Cesar Millan and author Jon Katz  say dog parks are disasters waiting to happen.

There are just too many unbalanced, nervous, excited dogs together. A few months back, I wrote a post on 10 things to consider at the dog park. but most of that post included tips only you can control.

What happens when someone doesn’t follow the dog park rules? The dog parks in Fargo are managed by the park district. None of the rules are enforced. even if a possessive dog attacks another dog, animal control does nothing. law enforcement only gets involved if a human is the victim.

Have you seen any fights at the dog park? Čo si robil? Do you think dog parks are safe?

(Image is of my parents’ dog, Sophie, and my uncle’s dog, Radar.)

Čo keby sme prestali volať psov šikanované plemená?

Môžeme prestať odkazovať na určité typy psov ako „šikanované plemená“? Alebo mi niečo chýba?

Slovo „tyran“ je nepochybne negatívne a ani slovo, ktoré musíme použiť na opis akéhokoľvek typu psa, nieto psov, ktorí sú už diskriminovaní a dokonca zabití na základe ich vzhľadu.

Vždy som interpretoval termín „šikanované plemená“, aby som naznačil psy s „býkom“ v mene ako American Bull Dogs, American Pit Bull Terrier, býkových teriérov atď.

Druh „roztomilého“ termínu spôsob, akým by sme mohli označovať austrálskych pastierov ako „Aussies“ alebo jazvečíky ako „doxies“. Myslím, že môžeme nazvať býkmi psami „Bullies“.

Iba to nie je roztomilé.

Nazývanie domáceho psa „tyran“ spôsobuje, že zvuk domáceho maznáčika znamená, čo nie je presne to, čo chcete, aby si ľudia mysleli, keď sa odvolávate na psov.

Je to roztomilé pre tých z nás, ktorí rozumejú psom, pretože nevieme, že žiadne plemeno alebo typ domácich miláčikov nemôže byť v skutočnosti tyran.

Volanie určitých typov psov „Bullies“ posiela nesprávnu správu ľuďom, ktorí nerozumejú psom.

Zaručujem vám, že niektorí moji príbuzní len predpokladajú, že pojem „šikanované plemená“ sa vzťahujú na „stredné plemená“ alebo „nebezpečné plemená“ (ktoré neexistujú).

Dáva im zmysel, aby to predpokladali, vďaka médiám a vďaka nám milovníkom domácich miláčikov, ktorí tak láskavo označujú určitých psov ako „šikanovaní“.

Chcel by som vidieť frázu preč. Ak musíte, použite „pitties“. Prinajmenšom to spôsobuje, že psy znejú jemne.

Čo znamená fráza „šikanované plemeno“?

Neviem.

Tento termín naznačuje rôzne veci pre rôznych ľudí a stáva sa všeobecnou vetou ako „Pitbull“, ktorá sa náhodne vzťahuje na veľa rôznych plemien a zmiešaných plemien.

AnimalPlanet.com hovorí, že mnoho dnešných „krátkych“ psov je zahrnutých pod značkou „Bully“, ako sú boxery a anglické mastify a Boston Terriers.

K dispozícii je stránka na Facebooku pre „Bully Breeds“ a zahŕňa v mixe Rottweilers a francúzske býky, ale zameriava sa väčšinou na „pitbulls“.

A potom je tu domáci pes s názvom „American Bully“, ktorý má dokonca svoj vlastný klub s názvom American Bully Kennel Club. Stránka skupiny na Facebooku hovorí, že americký šikan je nové plemeno vytvorené z amerického teriéra Pit Bull.

Ste už zmätení?

Som si istý, že tento blogový príspevok pritiahne komentátorov, ktorí povedia veci ako: „Nie, americký šikan je tento“ alebo „Nie, šikanované plemená to nezahŕňajú.“ A možno by všetci mali pravdu.

Je to tak, ako niektorí ľudia používajú „pitbull“ na označenie amerických teriérov pit bull, zatiaľ čo iní (väčšina z nás?) Používajú „Pitbull“ na opis značnej škály zmiešaných a čistokrvných psov.

Myslím, že zmeny jazyka.

Len si myslím, že musíme byť opatrní pri našich slovách.

Stále existuje veľa zákazov plemena a psy stále zabíjajú v amerických prístreškoch a na celom svete, nie za konanie určitého spôsobu, ale za hľadanie určitého spôsobu.

Volanie psov „Bullies“ nie je roztomilé. Sme šikanovaní.

Čo vám naznačuje „šikanované plemeno“ a myslíte si, že tento termín musíme upustiť?

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The bandanna is a adorable touch

No requirement to wrap the box unless you want to

I suggest these boxes for a gift for your own pet dog or as a gift for a good friend or household member’s pet dog on your list. The components are high-quality, as well as you can’t go wrong with these gift boxes.

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Zápory:

You don’t get to select which treats are in the box (I don’t mind this at all! One less thing to concern about!)

Some dogs may have allergies to specific treats

These boxes may not be for you if your pet dog has allergies to poultry or beef. The breath bones may be little sufficient for some larger dogs to swallow whole, however a lot of dogs will understand to chew them up a bit first.

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Primalvore Bone Broth for Dogs review & Giveaway

My dogs Ace and Remy were super excited they got to try the organic bone broth for dogs from the new company Primalvore. I love the name Primalvore, and this is a new brand I’m eager to share with you.

This is the first time my dogs have actually had bone broth, and they seem to love it. Primalvore’s bone broth is made with organic ingredients and without artificial flavors or preservatives.

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Primalvore Bone Broth Review

Primalvore’s bone broth is made by slowly simmering bones and water for up to 20 hours. This achieves a rich flavor. The company uses bones from certified organic sources. The company also adds organic turmeric and collagen to the broth. Turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory properties. learn more on Primalvore’s website here.

The broth currently comes in four flavors: free-range chicken, grass-fed beef, duck or free-range turkey. We received the chicken and the beef.

The packages are 12 ounces and resealable (refrigerate after opening). The recommended serving size is about 1 ounce per 10 pounds so I split the pack of 12 ounces between my two 60-pound(ish) dogs. The product is packaged in BPA free standup pouches.

The broth contains no additives or artificial ingredients and is made from human grade ingredients and processed in a USDA/FDA approved facility, Primalvore said. The broth has a shelf life of 18 months.

Cost of Primalvore and ordering info

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More info – Primalvore bone broth for dogs

Bone broth is a natural source of minerals, vitamins and amino acids. Primalvore said it can support mobility, gut health, digestion and a healthy coat and nails.

Bone broth is a supplement that can be fed to your dog between meals or added to your dog’s food. The broth can be mixed in with dry dog food, raw food or cooked food. Or, you can just feed it cold or warm on its own, depending on what your dog prefers.

Primalvore also suggested using the broth to re-hydrate freeze-dried food, and I recommend using it if your dog is a picky eater. It smells yummy!

I like Primalvore’s suggested to use the bone broth as a hydration before or after hikes, long walks or dog sports. since our pup Remy is a distance runner now, clocking 11+ miles in a stretch, we thought this would be healthy treat for him after his Saturday long runs. He loves it!

And our senior dog, well, he enjoys the bone broth too of course!

Primalvore is a new company, and I’m really delighted to be a part of spreading the word about them. The brand’s vision is:

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Ingredients in Primalvore bone broth for dogs

The ingredients in the bone broth are on the website and packaging. As an example, here are the ingredients of the chicken version:

Organic bone broth

Collagen peptides

Organic turmeric

What I like about Primalvore’s bone broth:

Organic

Source of amino acids, minerals and vitamins

Supports healthy joints, gut health and shiny coat

Dogs love!

Human grade

Grain free

Vyrobené v USA

Free-range chicken & grass-fed beef

I recommend the Primalvore bone broth for anyone who wants to give their dogs a nutritional boost or a healthy treat. If you feed your dog a homemade raw or homecooked diet, this would be a great supplement to add. If you feed your dog dry food, this is a way to add additional nutrients to his diet. order HERE.

Zápory:

Cost: $10.99 for 12 ounces. (Get 20% off on your first order with code THATMUTT)

This product may not be for you if you’dSkôr si vytvorte svoj vlastný kostný vývar. Nikdy som nevyrobil kosť, ale poznám ľudí, ktorí si ho užívajú pre seba a svojich psov.

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Zaujíma sa váš pes o primalvore kostný vývar pre psov?

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