Expert dog trainer Susan Garrett answers questions on topics like training contacts in dog agility, daily routines for puppies, overcoming fears in dogs, training in multiple sports, feeding schedules for dogs, and dealing with reactivity between dogs. She also discusses the importance of a strong foundation in training, stopping the zoomies in the agility ring, reactivity between dogs in the same household, and once a day feeding. Additionally, she addresses various listener questions on exercising dogs, online dog training classes, making older dogs feel loved, breeding decisions, and knowing when to let go of a dog.
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Early Agility Training
Start agility contact training with target practice on a flat or raised mat.
Delay serious contact and obstacle training until closer to one year or older, depending on the dog's individual development.
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Puppy Training Schedule
Structure a puppy's day with a mix of formal training sessions (20-30 minutes) and informal training through daily interactions.
Integrate training into activities like potty breaks, recall games, and play with other dogs.
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Cross-Training in Dog Sports
Cross-training dogs in multiple sports is beneficial for their brains but requires careful management of potentially conflicting behaviors.
Ensure the chosen sports complement each other and avoid overwhelming the dog with excessive activities.
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We’ve got another ask me anything episode, because your questions are so good! I’m sharing answers on topics like training contacts in dog agility, daily training routines for puppies, overcoming fears in dogs, training in multiple sports, feeding schedules for dogs, exercise for dogs, dealing with reactivity between dogs, zoomies in the agility ring and more. Have a question I’ve not covered? Jump over to YouTube and let me know what it is in the comments.
In this episode, I’m answering your great questions:
• What age do you start training contacts in dog agility? When do you do full courses, and what foundations do the puppies need to have? • I'm curious how many hours you spend training Prophet each day? • Can you share the exact protocol you used for This! to get her out of her fear? • Are there any disadvantages or severe downside to having a dog trained in multiple sports? • What's on your secret Santa wish list? • Do you plan on competing in the UKI US Open in 2024? • What would you identify as three to five natural abilities or qualities of any agility dog? • How to teach my dog not to destroy toys? My dog, when left alone with a mascot, turns it inside out. • If a dog is not actively training or lounging with you, do you always have them in a crate or a pen? • When to add the verbal cue? Is it right before they do the desired action or right when they do it? • Will you ever do public training again? • Can you tell us a fun fact about Swagger? • How does one get into the agility world? • Do you use crates when traveling in a car? If so, what kind? • Do you feel equally connected to all of your dogs, past and present, or are some extra special? • How do you stop the zoomies in the agility ring? • How do you train your pups to bring toys to your hand? • Dealing with reactivity between dogs in the same household, usually after potty. • What was the science or motivation to switch to once a day feeding? • I love your agility programs. Do you plan on doing any flyball programs? • How can I exercise my dog while we are still learning loose leash walking and recalls. • How do you make sure your elderly dogs still feel valued and loved? • How do you decide where to start? There's so many behaviors I'd like to improve. I'm feeling really overwhelmed. • Who do you think you will mate? This! with? Prophet when it's the right time? • How do you know when it's time to let go of a dog? either age or sickness. • How do you deal with discouragement? If you had a previous job before, how did you make the big jump to the dog world job only?
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