Fenzi Food For Thought

Just a quick update on a few things I’ve mentioned lately in lives…   How did all three dogs respond to the electric fence now that we’re back on the property and the fence is back up? What was going on with Xen and his sudden crate/garage escaping drama — and why it’s over now. And probably most important… what do we really mean when we say “rule out medical causes” before jumping into a training plan? Because it matters.   Follow my training! Instagram The High Drive Dog More online training! Fenzi Dog Sports Academy

Success in dog sports is an awesome way to show people that you can succeed without the intensional use of aversives. But success isn’t going to lead to some huge change. That’s not how to change works.   Follow my training! Instagram The High Drive Dog More online training! Fenzi Dog Sports Academy

Behavior problems… Can they stem from pain? Discomfort? What happens if you try to solve a behavior problem by applying a pain based correction yourself? This live pulls together several videos and lives that I’ve done over the past couple of weeks, talking about my own dogs.   Follow my training! Instagram The High Drive Dog More online training! Fenzi Dog Sports Academy

What is fallout, in the world of behavior? Can you see it in a short video clip? Does eating suggest a lack of fallout? I talk about these topics here.   Follow my training! Instagram The High Drive Dog More online training! Fenzi Dog Sports Academy

Separation anxiety? Crate anxiety? Fear of missing out? Something else related but… Not even quite sure what it might be? Here I talk about my dogs, Ice and Xen. Different dogs with different issues, but the same way of thinking about problem-solving… If that interests you, take a listen.   Follow my training! Instagram The High Drive Dog More online training! Fenzi Dog Sports Academy

Being a positive reinforcement extremist has nothing to do with how you train dogs. It’s about how you treat people. This live dives into how R+ has evolved beyond training methods—shaping how we engage, communicate, and show up in the dog training community.   Follow my training! Instagram The High Drive Dog More online training! Fenzi Dog Sports Academy

In this live, I unpack common misconceptions about positive reinforcement training and explain why withholding reinforcement is still a form of clear communication. I share a personal story about my early shaping mistakes and describe how good modern training sets dogs up for success without guessing. This is a call for clarity, accuracy, and respect across all training approaches.   Follow my training! Instagram The High Drive Dog More online training! Fenzi Dog Sports Academy

If developing resilience requires experiencing stress, does that mean humans need to stress their dogs intentionally? Nope. We’re stressing our dogs all the time, whether we mean to or not. Follow my training! Instagram The High Drive Dog More online training! Fenzi Dog Sports Academy

Do applications of adversive occasionally benefit the dog? It should be obvious that the answer is yes, but if you’re struggling with that… Listen to this one. Doesn’t mean you have to run out and use them…   Follow my training! Instagram The High Drive Dog More online training! Fenzi Dog Sports Academy

Discover the power of thoughtful communication and how a minute of consideration can transform your interactions. Explore the differences between being outspoken and rude, and learn the value of empathy in conversations. Dive into insights from dog trainers that highlight authentic connections versus social media portrayals. Experience a dog's daily routine, showcasing the joy and bonding moments shared with their owners. Finally, reflect on the art of effective communication to foster deeper understanding and positive dialogue.