Life With Your Dog

Unfortunately as dog trainers it can be a case of "do as I say, not as I do" In terms of the advice we give out, we trainers can be just as guilty of making silly mistakes ourselves! This week Panos lost sight of Nuki during a late-night off-leash walk, with no collar or tags, followed by a pretty scary 18-hours spent searching high and low for her A kind stranger found and returned her safely! In this episode we go over a list of tips of what to do if your dog ever goes missing We also reflect on hard lessons learned from this situation! This rookie error was an experience that prompted deep thought and needs to be shared so that you don't make the same mistakes. Keep your dog's collar and ID tag on at all times! Have an attitude of gratitude & go hug your dog.   Thanks for listening!  Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.instagram.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.lifewithyourdogpodcast.com Panos @ www.noochspooches.com.au >> Luke @ www.kizunacanine.com.au >>  

A thing that really gets Panos frustrated is how people let their dog fly out of the car to jump, run and act out of control. Get into good habits and teaching your dog how to exit the car calmly, appropriately and safely. A quick one but a useful episode for you and your dogs. Thanks for listening!  Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.instagram.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.lifewithyourdogpodcast.com Panos @ www.noochspooches.com.au >> Luke @ www.kizunacanine.com.au >>  

This episode's question came in from Amy through Instagram asking when and how is it appropriate to correct or punish a puppy? This can be quite a sensitive topic but is an important part of puppy development to understand. For the best context of this episode please search 'Puppies 101' to listen to the range of puppy development episodes along with EP23- When and Why to Use Punishment?   Topics discussed: No corrections in obedience training for pups under 6months old- Keep the game fun and engaging! Teach your pup what you want in all areas of life Good management is #1 as always! What behaviours are ok to correct Don't damage your relationship or association to specific things Be firm and always fair. Assertiveness and proper leadership is about guiding your pup and show them how to live in our world.   Thanks for listening!  Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.instagram.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.lifewithyourdogpodcast.com Panos @ www.noochspooches.com.au >> Luke @ www.kizunacanine.com.au >>  

Another episode addressing the lessons that we learn from our 4 legged companions, Panos & Luke talk about the many things we can thank our dogs for, especially in tough times. Panos is super passionate of the way we teach dogs how to live in our society while our dogs teach us to live in the NOW. Topics discussed: Adhering to daily routine. Discipline equals freedom, for both dogs and humans. Foundations are always to be practiced in life. You want a strong building, have secure foundations! Observing patterns of behaviour. Talk less, listen more. This is certainly a skill dog trainers have to sharpen regularly. Thanks for listening!  Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.instagram.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.lifewithyourdogpodcast.com Panos @ www.noochspooches.com.au >> Luke @ www.kizunacanine.com.au >>  

Question sent in by Hope on Instagram asking how to stop her dog from breaking position when being rewarded. To answer this Panos covers some of the basics of types of markers in training. Topics discussed: Durational marker Terminal marker Release command In training, how to keep dog in position when being rewarded until released? Many different methods. Up to you considering all the factors for you and your dog. Thanks for listening!  Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.instagram.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.lifewithyourdogpodcast.com Panos @ www.noochspooches.com.au >> Luke @ www.kizunacanine.com.au >>  

The language between owner and dog is super important in not just training, but developing the overall relationship. Listen in this week as we unpack exactly what "language" means in the context of training dogs along with how our training is like learning to play a "sport", between the species.  Thanks for listening!  Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.instagram.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.lifewithyourdogpodcast.com Panos @ www.noochspooches.com.au >> Luke @ www.kizunacanine.com.au >>

Everyone wants their obedience commands to look fast and flashy, because it's awesome! Panos covers the variables of how to go about doing this, and sorry there is no quick answer as usual! Topics discussed:-Accuracy first, speed comes later. Don't train for speed. What is it you want fast and flashy? Be specific of what the finished behaviour is. Mastery is excellence of the basics. Don't name it till you love it. Drive and temperament of dog. Use of -R & intermittent reinforcement. Refer to Ep13. Muscle memory is related to the nervous system, Myelin & Dopamine. Make training fun and engaging. The 3P's. Refer to Ep73. Thanks for listening!  Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.instagram.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.lifewithyourdogpodcast.com Panos @ www.noochspooches.com.au >> Luke @ www.kizunacanine.com.au >>

When clients call us in as pro dog trainers, typically they have been experiencing an increasing level of problems before making the decision to seek help. The first lesson often sees a significant increase in desirable behaviours from the dog, leading to a "quick win" in the client's eyes As training progresses, the law of diminishing returns kicks in which poses the question: What do we do with a "training plateau"? Listen in as we unpack this topic! Thanks for listening!  Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.instagram.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.lifewithyourdogpodcast.com Panos @ www.noochspooches.com.au >> Luke @ www.kizunacanine.com.au >>  

Using the right form of reward for your training is most fundamental and essential thing to get right from the beginning. Panos answers Amanda's question on how to choose the right treat for her dog. Topics covered: The dog determines what he finds reinforcing Treats are food - don't get mixed up What an existential reward system is Typically soft & high value food Make treat delivery dynamic-play Use a goddamn treat pouch! Thanks for listening!  Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.instagram.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.lifewithyourdogpodcast.com Panos @ www.noochspooches.com.au >> Luke @ www.kizunacanine.com.au >>

Dogs that suffer any distress being on their own is a super difficult behaviour to live with. In today's episode we cover different remedies and techniques to help eliminate this issue. Topics covered: Not all separation distress is anxiety. Use of crate. When & why? Get into good habit of from young to keep dog on their own in yard or specific area. Is it anxiety or attention seeking? Techniques to help, Desensitisation. Enrichment. Regular exercise & Training. Structure in the house. Speak to neighbours, share your details, be a point of contact. Thanks for listening!  Find us online >> www.facebook.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.instagram.com/lifewithyourdogpodcast >> www.lifewithyourdogpodcast.com Panos @ www.noochspooches.com.au >> Luke @ www.kizunacanine.com.au >>