Teaching a dog to give you eye contact on command has many benefits. It can be used to keep a distracted dog focussed, maintain attention or build confidence. Some people prefer to use the word “look”, rather than the “watch” command. Many dogs, especially those who are young and exuberant, are easily distracted out on walks. Owners can find it hard...
Written by Kerry Jenkinson, Tellington TTouch Practitioner, P2 Using TTouch Bodywork and Groundwork on a regular basis can help your dog to become a more calm and confident canine, building a deeper relationship with your dog based on co-operation, trust and understanding. Observing your dog on a daily basis will help you notice any subtle changes that might occur both physically and...
If you have a dog who is lacking in confidence, there are various confidence building exercises you can try to increase their resilience towards negative emotional states. A few can be carried out each day, to ensure your dog feels successful and empowered, but not over-worked as this can be stressful for them. Rest days are also equally important for...
Here's our top dog training tips: Never shout at, hit, yank, push or pull your dog. Training must be fun! If you are not enjoying it then neither is your dog … he should see it as a game. Make sure you always have your dog’s attention before you ask for any command. If he is not looking at...
