Visit us at shapedbydog.com    Trick or Treat! It’s almost Halloween and although not every country celebrates it, I want to suggest a dog training plan-a-palooza to prep for holidays and celebrations no matter where you live. Halloween and similar events can be scary and dangerous for dogs! I’m sharing common but deadly candy ingredients your dog must avoid, why you shouldn’t take most dogs trick-or-treating and how to prevent reactivity and anxiety when spooky, costumed strangers knock and ding at your door.   

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Visit us at shapedbydog.com    The best place to train a puppy or rescue dog might be the best-kept dog training secret you need to know! It's something no one ever tells you, and it will create success with dog training so your dog can be an amazing companion. You don't need to be on a downward spiral of frustration and disappointment, and I've three critical dog training strategies that are easy to implement so you and your dog can live your best life ever.   Free Goodies for You and Your Dog Are you ready for a NEW START? I've got you covered! Here's your link to grab your free Stickers Template, Hand Target Training Video and PDF eBook Lesson Plan - https://dogsthat.com/sbd-new-start-bundle/    Whether you're a seasoned dog trainer or a first-timer, these dog training goodies are for you. They're designed to give every dog and person a fresh start, regardless of their experience level.   In this episode you’ll hear:   • Why some dogs are amazing companions and others are rehomed. • The number one mistake people make with their puppies, rescue dogs or adult dogs.  • An example of my rescue dog, Tater, and how he came to be living with me. • About hope training and what’s really educating dogs. • How the environment is training your dog and getting in the way of your success. • The best place to train your puppy or dog. • Why learning to drive is similar to teaching a puppy or dog. • Where your dog is most engaged, more focused, less distracted and able to grow in confidence. • 3 critical strategies for dog training success that are easy to implement today. • A short time with my friend’s puppy and how the puppy quickly excelled. • How to take daily action to have fun and teach your puppy or dog great skills. • Journalling can be fun and quick so give it a go. • The journal stickers and bundle of free goodies I have for you and your dog - https://dogsthat.com/sbd-new-start-bundle/   Resources:   1. Get your free Stickers Template, Hand Target Training Video and PDF eBook Lesson Plan - https://dogsthat.com/sbd-new-start-bundle/  2. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/9TiZ3BACSkI 

What No One Tells You About The Best Place To Train Your Puppy Or Rescue Dog #276

Visit us at shapedbydog.com    One of the most frequent questions we see is how to get dogs to stop barking, but this week, a Shaped by Dog listener asked the opposite. They want to help their dog start barking. I teach this as a parlor trick, and have the training steps for you. I’m also sharing expert insights from my good friend, Matt Folsom of Modern Malinois fame because for many working dogs, barking is a vital skill, and it’s a very nuanced and detailed behavior.    In this episode you’ll hear:   • That barking on cue is a fun parlor trick and a vital skill for working dogs. • Expert insights from Matt Folsom about how he teaches protection dogs to bark. • How to train your dog to speak on cue as a trick. • How to shape continuous barking. • About capturing barking. • The emotional triggers/reasons behind dog barking and why I harness excitement. • When to add a cue to your dog’s trained barking behavior.   Resources:   1. Podcast Episode 240: Stop Barking Dogs! Step-By-Step Action Plan And Anti-Bark Strategies To Avoid - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/240/  2. Podcast Episode 238: Barking Dogs! Understanding Canine Vocalization To Prevent Nuisance Barking - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/238/  3. Podcast Episode 239: Barking Dogs! How To Help Your Dog Be Quiet And Stop Annoying Barking - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/239/  4. YouTube Playlist: The Emotional State of Dogs with Susan Garrett -  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy29pv3_9b7DZdMFJL9ZJPMy&feature;=shared  5. Podcast Episode 69: Clicker Training: Will It Work For Every Dog? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/69/  6. Matt Folsom The Modern Malinois - https://www.stsk9.com/modern-malinois/  7. Podcast Episode 170: 5 Popular Ways To Train Your Dog With Food - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/170/  8. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/p57mCYqIahY

How To Teach A Dog To Speak: From Parlor Trick To Working Dog Skill #275

Visit us at shapedbydog.com    What if I told you that you could dramatically improve the outcome of your dog training sessions in 60 seconds? Using just 1 minute to train and evaluate helps me be far more efficient and create success for my dogs quickly.  It’s been part of my dog training for at least 20 years and it’s something everyone can do. This one thing can totally skyrocket your confidence and bring clarity, confidence and calm thinking to dogs.   In this episode you’ll hear:   • All the details of using 60 seconds to your dog training advantage. • What makes a good dog training session. • Key factors for evaluation: environment, criteria, reinforcement, tools, and markers. • Why we should gauge our dog's emotional state before training. • What to avoid in your 1 minute evaluation. • Tips to prevent dogs predicting the timer ends their fun. • How to adjust training plans based on your evaluation insights.   Get Crate Games Online: Crate Games Online - https://get.crategames.com/   Resources:   1. Podcast Episode 259: Use These Simple Shaping Hacks To Expedite Your Dog Training - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/259/  2. Podcast Episode 131: How Would Susan Garrett Plan Your Dog Training Sessions? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/131/  3. Podcast Episode 245: Make Dog Training Easy! Quick Guide To Antecedent Arrangements - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/245/  4. Podcast Episode 218: Puppy Development Stages And Your Dog’s Behavior - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/218/  5. Podcast Episode 272: 10 Engaging Chase Games To Increase Your Picky Eater Dog’s Food Drive - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/272/  6. Podcast Episode 151: How Location Specific Reinforcement Markers Will Improve Your Dog Training! - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/151/  7. Podcast Episode 188: Why You Should Change Your Strategy Rather Than Your Criteria When Dog Training - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/188/  8. YouTube Playlist: The Emotional State of Dogs with Susan Garrett -  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy29pv3_9b7DZdMFJL9ZJPMy  9. Podcast Episode 266: Hot Zone And Stays – How One Dog Training Nuance Can Fix Anxiety And Duration - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/266/  10. Podcast Episode 177: Dog Training Outside The Box: Transfer Of Value Case Study - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/177/  11. Podcast Episode 175: Food Luring VS Shaping In Dog Training: How Science Changed How I Teach Dogs - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/175/   12. Podcast Episode 139: Remove Confusion And Build Your Dog’s Confidence With One Simple Dog Training Habit - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/139/  13. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/jMelPWy3zWY

How I Use 1 Minute Training Sessions To Bring Clarity, Confidence And Calm Thinking To My Dogs #274

Visit us at shapedbydog.com    Do you have a dog who's really fussy about the treats that you give them? I'm going to show you how to get your dog grabbing treats no matter what you put in front of them. Previously, I shared games of chase that dogs love to play. Now we're amplifying the chase element for dogs by adding restraint, and I've got 6 new fun games for picky eaters that all dogs will enjoy.   In this episode you’ll hear:   • About overcoming picky eating in dogs so they value food as a reinforcer. • How to play 6 new restraint games to boost food drive. • Why these games work and build on previous chase games. • The steps to play the games, from Circle Chases to Restraint to the Moving Bowl. • Tips to maximize the effectiveness of the games. • Insights into increasing treat value and engagement through restraint. • Introduction to ItsYerChoice, an empowering self-restraint game for dogs. • Guidance on transitioning your dog’s food aversion to excitement in training sessions   Learn How To Play ItsYerChoice ItsYerChoice Summit - https://recallers.com/iycsummit-join/  Free eBook Download: Click HERE to get your copy of our “How To Create A Motivating Toy” eBook - https://dogsthat.com/motivating-toy/   Resources:   1. Podcast Episode 269: Why Do Some Dogs Seem to Have Less Food Drive Than Others – 10 Reasons to Consider - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/269/  2. Podcast Episode 271: Structure Your Dog Training To Create Food Drive In Your Treat Fussy Dog - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/271/  3. Podcast Episode 272: 10 Engaging Chase Games To Increase Your Picky Eater Dog’s Food Drive - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/272/  4. YouTube Video: Puppy's First Training with Susan Garrett: Shaping, Targeting and Collar Conditioning (use these tips for a harness) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ticB_1Twx6E  5. Podcast Episode 153: Dog Muzzles: Everything You Need To Know And How To Muzzle Train Dogs (use these tips for a harness) - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/153/  6. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Tm_ELWDlUDg 

6 Fun Restraint Games For Dogs To Increase Food Drive For Picky Eaters #273

Visit us at shapedbydog.com    I'm sharing 10 fun and engaging games of chase to play with dogs to increase food drive for picky eaters. Now, you might have a dog who loves treats, but they will still have a great time playing the games with you, so give them a try! The games are quick to play and are a great way to connect with your dog. Playing will give you treats your dog values that you can use to your training advantage, and you'll also gain a treat delivery system that engages your dog.   In this episode you’ll hear:   • Why transfer of value is crucial in dog training. • Three categories of reinforcers: food, toys, and activities. • How games of chase bump up your dog’s value for food. • 10 fun games to play to increase your dog's enthusiasm. • The step-by-step for each game. • How to incorporate flirt poles and food toys into training sessions. • How to build excitement and motivation through playful interactions. • Tips on celebrating successes and using good tension to your advantage. • About a free eBook I have for you, check out the link below.   Free eBook Download: Click here to get your copy of our “How To Create A Motivating Toy” eBook. https://dogsthat.com/motivating-toy/   Resources:   1. Podcast Episode 90: Premack, Dog Training and Transfer of Value - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/90/  2. YouTube Video: Understanding Your Dog's Reinforcement Zone (RZ) with Susan Garrett - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OaUAScgaFAg  3. Podcast Episode 269: Why Do Some Dogs Seem to Have Less Food Drive Than Others – 10 Reasons to Consider - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/269/  4. Podcast Episode 271: Structure Your Dog Training To Create Food Drive In Your Treat Fussy Dog - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/271/  5. Podcast Episode 226: Safe Toys For Dogs And Why To Avoid Tennis Balls And Sticks - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/226/  6. Podcast Episode 89: Why Dogs Should Not Tug: The Truth Revealed - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/89/  7. Podcast Episode 41: Get a Behaved Dog by Celebrating Milestones! - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/41/  8. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/xTBRygO8NAk

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