E239- The most HELPFUL dog training episode you will listen to/ The REAL reason dog owners are struggling
Jan 8, 2024
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Tom, Americas Canine Educator discusses the reasons for dog surrender and the importance of training. He emphasizes the need for commitment, early training, and finding a trusted coach. The chapter also highlights the convenience of HelloFresh meal planning and delivery service.
Improving the relationship between dog owners and their pets is crucial for successful dog training and responsible ownership.
Many dog behavioral problems can be avoided through proper training, guidance, and the provision of adequate mental and physical stimulation.
Deep dives
The Importance of Training and Working with Shelter Dogs
The podcast episode discusses the importance of training and working with shelter dogs. The host shares his experience volunteering at a shelter and highlights the common reasons why dog owners fail in their responsibilities. He emphasizes the importance of improving the relationship between dog owners and their pets, as well as providing dogs in shelters with exposure and training opportunities to increase their chances of successful adoption. The host also acknowledges the financial challenges of his shelter work and offers free dog training locally to support dog owners in need. He urges dog owners to put in the work, seek proper guidance, and understand that most dog problems are fixable with the right approach and commitment.
The Challenges Faced by Shelter Dogs
The podcast sheds light on the challenges faced by shelter dogs, particularly those that are returned to shelters by their owners. The host discusses examples of dogs returned due to size, behavior issues, or pulling on the leash. He highlights how these problems often stem from a lack of understanding, training, and effort on the part of the owners. The host underlines the importance of realizing that dogs are not inherently bad, but rather the result of their owners' actions or inactions. He urges dog owners to take responsibility for their dogs' behavior by seeking proper training and guidance.
The Need for Mental and Physical Stimulation for Dogs
The podcast emphasizes the importance of providing dogs with both mental and physical stimulation. The host explains that dogs require exercise, mental challenges, and outlets to maintain happiness, fulfillment, and balance. He discusses how neglecting these needs can lead to behavioral problems, like excessive barking, digging, or pulling on the leash. The host emphasizes that dog owners should actively engage with their pets, offer mental stimulation through training sessions and play, and ensure their dogs receive adequate exercise to prevent boredom and destructive behavior.
The Responsibility of Dog Owners to Put in the Work
The podcast emphasizes that dog owners are ultimately responsible for their dogs' behavior. The host highlights that, apart from neurological issues, abuse, or neglect, the majority of dog problems are the result of owners not putting in the necessary work and effort. He stresses the importance of finding a good coach or mentor who can provide guidance and teach dog owners how to effectively train and fulfill their pets. The host encourages dog owners to realize that they can make a change and improve their dogs' behavior, but it requires commitment, education, and consistent effort.
I believe in No Bad Dogs for a reason. This is my insight on why dog owners fail with their dogs at scale. Please put in the work with your dogs; it's not easy, but they depend on you.
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