I am a two time puppy raiser for a guide dog school and even though we learn and apply many of the skills you talk about in your videos you go into much more detail than they do. It almost feels like my AP psych class (which is a good thing). On top of that, you explain these topics so well. This is the first video of yours that I watched, but I scanned through a few older ones and really love the content. I am in my first year of college now and while I'm not sure, I am considering becoming a service dog trainer. If you don't mind me asking, how did you start off dog training and how did you learn? Or do you have a video that touches on that?
Thank you so much for your kind words :) I started with a degree in psychology and then went through the Karen Pryor Academy. While it's not specific for service dogs it is a fantastic dog training program. Then I got into service dogs a little at a time as clients specifically asked for help.
Question about under table stay: I never feed from the table, consequently Baron never begs. Training him to wait under a restaurant table, should I reward him with treats? We are practicing his length of time, so not quite ready for our first restaurant outing. I want to reward good behavior, but could it lead to begging? Thank you, I’m binge watching your amazing channel!😊
How should I react to my 8 month old puppy barking (and becoming nervous) when he sees another dog approach us? We have worked on desensitization from afar, but sometimes there are situations where we unexpectedly encounter a dog really closely. What should I do in that case? He is in a fear period, and I am working with my trainer to get through it, but I am curious to hear your thoughts. Thanks!
Primarily the thing to do is to keep working on your desensitization and just slowly decrease the distance between you and other dogs. But it sounds like you're already doing that. For the unexpected situation, what I would recommend, is teaching him a "lets go" cue. Which is basically where you'll say "lets go" turn around and go the other way, that way, when you see another dog you can quickly remove your dog from the situation in a happy way. There are two things to keep in mind. First, it has to be fun, you say "lets go" and turn around, your dog gets tons of treats for catching you so that it becomes his favorite cue. He hear's it and gets super excited to come with you. Second, you have to practice it when there is nothing to bark at way more often than you actually use it to escape from something to bark at. Does that make sense and did it answer your question? Or was it super confusing (sometimes I make things more confusing LOL)
My Dog and Me, LLC That is what I needed to know!! Thank you! We started on a “let’s go” command a few weeks ago. I think making it more fun will really be helpful. Thank you so much!
Mariah P I am creating a course for dogs How to teach your dog to Read using flash cards. Reading could help if your dog is deaf. If you are interested please go to this link and take my survey and I’ll contact you later once the course is finished 😀 ryanlugo.typeform.com/to/SoWORI
I have a question! What is a good way to react to negative actions in a way that teaches a puppy? For example, when a dog has an accident in the house or when it comes to barking in public or chasing another dog! I know that you are not supposed to react in a way that makes them scared of you, so what is a good way to teach them that that certain action is bad ? Thank you (:
I am a two time puppy raiser for a guide dog school and even though we learn and apply many of the skills you talk about in your videos you go into much more detail than they do. It almost feels like my AP psych class (which is a good thing). On top of that, you explain these topics so well. This is the first video of yours that I watched, but I scanned through a few older ones and really love the content. I am in my first year of college now and while I'm not sure, I am considering becoming a service dog trainer. If you don't mind me asking, how did you start off dog training and how did you learn? Or do you have a video that touches on that?
Thank you so much for your kind words :) I started with a degree in psychology and then went through the Karen Pryor Academy. While it's not specific for service dogs it is a fantastic dog training program. Then I got into service dogs a little at a time as clients specifically asked for help.
Question about under table stay: I never feed from the table, consequently Baron never begs. Training him to wait under a restaurant table, should I reward him with treats? We are practicing his length of time, so not quite ready for our first restaurant outing. I want to reward good behavior, but could it lead to begging? Thank you, I’m binge watching your amazing channel!😊
Drake got sooo big!!
I know, he's all gown up! It's kinda sad, I miss the little puppy Drake LOL
Where would you find to see if your state allows SDIT out in public?
hannah marie what state do you live in?
@@az_tasking_trio i live in kansas
hannah marie in Kansas, SDiT are not covered in public
How should I react to my 8 month old puppy barking (and becoming nervous) when he sees another dog approach us? We have worked on desensitization from afar, but sometimes there are situations where we unexpectedly encounter a dog really closely. What should I do in that case?
He is in a fear period, and I am working with my trainer to get through it, but I am curious to hear your thoughts. Thanks!
Primarily the thing to do is to keep working on your desensitization and just slowly decrease the distance between you and other dogs. But it sounds like you're already doing that. For the unexpected situation, what I would recommend, is teaching him a "lets go" cue. Which is basically where you'll say "lets go" turn around and go the other way, that way, when you see another dog you can quickly remove your dog from the situation in a happy way.
There are two things to keep in mind. First, it has to be fun, you say "lets go" and turn around, your dog gets tons of treats for catching you so that it becomes his favorite cue. He hear's it and gets super excited to come with you.
Second, you have to practice it when there is nothing to bark at way more often than you actually use it to escape from something to bark at.
Does that make sense and did it answer your question? Or was it super confusing (sometimes I make things more confusing LOL)
My Dog and Me, LLC That is what I needed to know!! Thank you! We started on a “let’s go” command a few weeks ago. I think making it more fun will really be helpful. Thank you so much!
My service dog is deaf so much for clicker training lol.... If any of you deal with this, don’t worry a good thumbs up works just the same 👍🏼🐶
Mariah P I am creating a course for dogs How to teach your dog to Read using flash cards. Reading could help if your dog is deaf. If you are interested please go to this link and take my survey and I’ll contact you later once the course is finished 😀 ryanlugo.typeform.com/to/SoWORI
I have a question! What is a good way to react to negative actions in a way that teaches a puppy? For example, when a dog has an accident in the house or when it comes to barking in public or chasing another dog! I know that you are not supposed to react in a way that makes them scared of you, so what is a good way to teach them that that certain action is bad ? Thank you (: