'Renewed Canine Training’ is excited to begin serving dog owners and their pets in the Northwest Connecticut area!
We believe that changing the behavior of our dog begins with first changing our own behavior.
Where we lead -> our dog will follow.
Without our leadership guidance and direction how else will our dog understand what’s expected of them in a society that hasn’t been designed for them?
How can they possibly thrive?
The answer is, they can’t.
They won’t.
They fail.
Failure is not an option when we take on the responsibility of pet ownership. Their quality of life is in our hands. We must recognize where we are falling short and we must step up to the plate.
Not doing so will only further lead to a confused dog, a discouraged human and a relationship in crisis…
So what are the fundamental building-blocks to reducing conflict and achieving harmony with our canine companion?
And where do we start?
Glad you asked!
Have you ever desperately needed to convey a message to your dog but it falls so flat…
It’s as if you’re speaking a foreign language.
You may be trying to tell them to do something OR to stop doing something… But you’re met with a blank stare, a cold shoulder, or worse... a gnarly growl.
What you have to understand is that you and your dog ARE speaking different languages.
The dog is attempting to communicate with you through body language cues and physical gestures but you’re too busy flapping your gums to take notice.
And so the conflict begins…
2. We must lead. With confidence, composure and consistency. And the dog will follow.
Leadership can take on many different looks, but it starts with a mentality.
Ask, what message is sent to the dog when you allow yourself to be dragged on the leash from fire hydrant to fire hydrant…
Or you’re backed off of a toy with a snarl… Or your commands become suggestions because the dog decides they have better things to do…
Allowing our dog to assert authority over the humans in the household is a recipe for confusion, anxiety and conflict.
And so the conflict continues…
3. We must fulfill our dog’s basic biological and social needs.
These needs include
…Pretty self explanatory and most pet owners have these four covered…
The next four are usually lacking.
Dogs are pack animals and therefore have an innate social drive to bond with a group.
Hanging out on the couch and tedious walks around the block will hardly create the connection you both crave, however a true bond is achieved by working towards a goal together as a team… The way a pack of wolves (the ancestor of the modern dog) work in unison in order to survive.
Dogs are predators. Although most of us have taken the hunt out of our dog’s mealtime by serving up their rations in a decorated ceramic bowl… The drive to hunt is still alive inside of every canine. If we don’t provide an appropriate outlet for expressing predatory behaviors such as chasing, catching and chomping, our dogs will undoubtedly find their own ways to satisfy these desires. This can look like anything from chasing the neighbors cat, to shredding valuable (to you) possessions in your home.
Enough physical exercise to achieve and maintain good general health.
Mental exercise is needed to curb boredom and keep our dog engaged. It’s equally as important as physical exercise and will actually exhaust your dog much faster. We utilize training to expend the dog’s mental energy - ultimately developing a more relaxed, confident and fulfilled canine.
If we fail to fulfill these basic biological and social needs, the dog is left with all drive and no direction.
The conflict never ends.
So although these points are listed in an order, they are all of equal importance.
They do not work on their own, only together as a unit. The foundation collapses if we’re missing a piece to the puzzle.
These are the fundamental building-blocks to creating the happy, healthy life our dogs deserve.
On the list of responsibilities of dog ownership - Training is often an afterthought, viewed as a luxury or a last resort. We believe that creating a clear line of communication with our dog, implementing leadership and fulfilling their biological/social needs are just as high on that list as anything else.
This is the philosophy of our training program.
Dog ownership is a serious commitment that we make for the life of our dog.
We believe in supporting our clients even beyond the duration of our training programs, serving you both through the entirety of the dog’s life.
We hope we’ve been able to create a clear picture of “Renewed Canine Training’s” core beliefs and mission as a company.
Call us today to schedule your consultation!
(860) 294-9408
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