I hear the words jealousy and attention during lessons but what if it's more about rules and boundaries than it is about jealousy and attention?

Takeaways:

1. Our definition of attention
2. Dogs ask for it by invading our space
3. How we can provide structure around it

Question: How can I stop my dog from going nuts when someone knocks on our door?

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Dogs are ALWAYS moving forward except for a couple of exceptions. This is why recall and waiting are important.

Takeaways:

1. Dogs move forward for everything they desire or want
2. Times when I see them back up
3. The importance of making them wait

Question: My dog plays fetch for about 2 minutes and then stops, why is that?

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Am I saying it's not okay to hug your dog? No, but please be aware of a dog's personal space just like we want them to be aware of our space.

Takeaways:

1. Why are we doing this?
2. Be aware of space
3. The right timing of it

Question: My dog goes crazy when I get the vacuum cleaner out of the closet. Is there anything I can do to help him?

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I don't teach a dog to give me eye contact to avoid a stimulation as I feel that it creates avoidance. Instead I want to teach the dog how to accept the stimulation.

Takeaways:

1. During stimulations
2. Why it's done
3. What should be done

Question: My dog barks at everything and the hair on his back stands up, is he aggressive?

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As dog owners this is one of the most common frustrations that we encounter.

Takeaways:

1. Your dog's reaction
2. What you can do
3. How to create a calm/positive association

Question: My friend and I both have new puppies, should we get together for play dates?

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There is nothing wrong with putting your dog through a simple warm-up before you take a walk with your dog, sometimes it helps!

Takeaways:

1. Why is this important
2. This will help set the tone
3. You won't always need it

Question: When taking my dog for a walk, I let her stop and watch some horses in a nearby pasture. Is that okay?

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You can either become a part of the environment, or you can create the environment you want.

Takeaways:

1. Are you constantly saying "No"
2. You are a part of the environment
3. Create what you desire

Listener Question: Is it bad if my dogs can go in and out of the house whenever they want with a dog door?

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Whether you realize it or not, your dog knows how you feel and when you are tense. This is where your breathing can influence your dog.

Takeaways:

1. The Deep Breath
2. What it means to us and our dogs
3. How we can influence our dogs

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Crating isn't just a place for your dog to sleep, it can also be used to teach your dog patience and respect.

Takeaways:

1. Why this is important
2. How to do it
3. What it if goes wrong?

Question: My dog will lunge at other dogs during a walk and no matter what I say, he won't listen. Is there anything I can do?

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We don't often get a chance to start over with our dogs but being away is our best opportunity.

Takeaways:

1. Being away is change of routine
2. Start over when you get home
3. Dogs won't question it

Question: What kinds of treats are best to use for training?

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