AMA With Susan Garrett: Leash Lunging, Dog Anxiety, Agility Angst, Bad Breeders, And More #235

Sep 29, 2023

Susan Garrett, expert in puppy training, answers a variety of listener questions about dog training. Topics include teaching self-control to hyper dogs, dealing with training failures, reducing treat rewards, finding reputable breeders, feeding raw food to dogs, and addressing behaviors like leash lunging and car chasing.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Reasons for Dog Training Failure

02:12 • 9min

Factors Affecting Dog's Motivation, Diet Problem, Training Protocols, and Car Chasing

11:22 • 2min

Balancing Life with a New Puppy

13:36 • 6min

The Importance of Finding a Reputable Dog Breeder and Feeding Raw Foods to Dogs

19:52 • 4min

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How do you know if a breeder is truly reputable? How do I fit a new puppy into my daily routine? Why do some vets say raw food is dangerous for dogs? How do I calm a leash-lunging dog? What’s the best way to cure puppy separation anxiety? How do I help my hyper dog relax? These are just a few of your questions I’m answering in today’s Ask Me Anything about raising and training brilliant, healthy, joyful puppies and dogs using positive reinforcement.

In this episode I’m asked:

• How to teach self-control to a hyper dog. • How to protect a dog’s confidence and your connection when training games fail. • Does training with treats encourage dogs to follow you instead of settling down? • How do I calm a leash-lunging, reactive dog? • Do I make my own raw dog food? • How to train a puppy with separation anxiety? • Can reinforcement-based dog training really be as effective as balanced? • How many times a week do you recommend practicing agility? • What is overtraining in dog agility? • How many different marker words do you use for one dog? • Why do you name dog behavior rewards differently? • Are there dogs that can’t learn agility no matter your effort? • How did I bring Prophet to Canada from Switzerland. • Why ‘slap’ and ‘push’ dogs when playing tug? • How to help a Border Collie pup who lunges at and chases cars. • How do I balance puppy training and a hectic life? • Do you prefer male or female dogs? • When to reduce treat rewards in dog training? • Are breeders registered with the AKC CKC de facto reputable? • What’s your take? My vet said feeding raw food is dangerous due to disease risk from infected animals. • What’s a good course recommendation for a first-time dog owner who wants to do agility?

Susan Garrett’s Online Programs Mentioned Recallers Home School the Dog Crate Games Handling360

Resources:

1. Podcast Episode 99: When Reinforcement Based Dog Training Doesn’t Work - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/99/ 2. YouTube Video: Take Control of Dog Time to Calm Down Excited Dog Greetings and Reduce Anxiety - https://youtu.be/fmzaxSDiHBY?si=JtrcbDW2kxAk2hW3 3. Podcast Episode 184: Proofing Vs Generalizing In Dog Training To Grow Skills And Confidence - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/184/ 4. Podcast Episode 191: Get Your Dog To Calm Down With This Common Sense Protocol For Relaxation - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/191/ 5. Podcast Episode 79: Reduce Anxiety and Grow Your Dog’s Confidence with These Pro Dog Training Tips - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/79/ 6. Podcast Episode 176: Why Your Dog’s Emotions Are A Critical Element Of Dog Training - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/176/ 7. Podcast Episode 217: Understanding Emotional Regulation In Dogs To Create Calm - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/217/ 8. Podcast Episode 200: Solve Your Dog’s Separation Anxiety With FRIDA: Expanding Calm With Functional Relaxation - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/200/ 9. Podcast Episode 78: How to Train a Rescue Dog with Behavior Problems - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/78/ 10. Podcast Episode 8: Get Your Dog in the Belief Loop of Awesome - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/8/ 11. Podcast Episode 190: Using Daily Quickies To Fast Track Your Dog Training And Grow Your Dog’s Skills - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/190/ 12. Podcast Episode 151: How Location Specific Reinforcement Markers Will Improve Your Dog Training! - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/151/ 13. Podcast Episode 193: Do Different Dogs Really Need Different Dog Training Methods? - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/193/ 14. Podcast Episode 203: Reactive, Unmotivated and Fearful: Finding Resiliency For This! Beyond Dog Training Part 1 - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/203/ 15. Podcast Episode 204: Dog Behavior And Diet: Recovery For This! Beyond Dog Training Part 2 - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/204/ 16. Podcast Episode 206: First Dog Agility Competition: Creating Joy For This! By Maximizing Reinforcement - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/206/ 17. Podcast Episode 233: Flying A Dog Or Puppy: Susan’s Pre-Flight Plan - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/233/ 18. Podcast Episode 89: Why Dogs Should Not Tug: The Truth Revealed - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/89/ 19. Podcast Episode 95: How Playing with Your Dog Like a Puppy Can Reduce Fear - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/95/ 20. Podcast Episode 24: Help for Dogs who Chase Chipmunks, Bicycles, and Neighbor’s Cats (Distraction Intensity Index) - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/24/ 21. Podcast Episode 215: What Your Destructive, Lunging, Nipping Or Hyper Dog Or Puppy Is Trying To Teach You - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/215/ 22. Live Replay: Puppy Mill Awareness - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4fCUYCj2Jeo 23. YouTube Video: Fighting For The Victims Of Puppy Mills - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7VXmCFbPzw 24. Dr. Laurie Coger - https://healthydogworkshop.com/ 25. Dr. Karen Becker - https://drkarenbecker.com/ 26. Dr. Susan Thixton - https://truthaboutpetfood.com/ 27. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Tts0sLl8J0E