Client Consultation: Anxiety in Public and Relevance Issues on Walks
06/24/24 • 28 min
Leela, a 10-year-old dog, has issues with anxiety in public and relevance issues on walks. Pally, a foster dog, has separation anxiety, fear of cars, and resource guarding behavior. Leela is more aloof and doesn't care much about other dogs, while Pally is more sociable and fluent in dog language. Leela tends to vibe check other dogs and correct their behavior if they get too excited. Both dogs have had a few fights over food and territorial issues. The owner has established boundaries and control in the house, but needs help with public behavior and preventing fights. The principal themes of the conversation are separation anxiety, claiming behavior, fear of cars, and behavior on walks and during meals. The main takeaways include the importance of setting boundaries and providing structure, while working on building separate relationships with each dog.
Takeaways
- Leela has anxiety in public and needs help with relevance issues on walks
- Pally has separation anxiety, fear of cars, and resource guarding behavior
- The owner has established boundaries and control in the house, but needs help with public behavior and preventing fights
- Set boundaries and provide structure to establish clear expectations
- Build separate relationships with each dog to strengthen their bond with you
- Use the gentle method to address leash reactivity
- Practice the place command to promote independence and reduce following behavior
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Leela, a 10-year-old dog, has issues with anxiety in public and relevance issues on walks. Pally, a foster dog, has separation anxiety, fear of cars, and resource guarding behavior. Leela is more aloof and doesn't care much about other dogs, while Pally is more sociable and fluent in dog language. Leela tends to vibe check other dogs and correct their behavior if they get too excited. Both dogs have had a few fights over food and territorial issues. The owner has established boundaries and control in the house, but needs help with public behavior and preventing fights. The principal themes of the conversation are separation anxiety, claiming behavior, fear of cars, and behavior on walks and during meals. The main takeaways include the importance of setting boundaries and providing structure, while working on building separate relationships with each dog.
Takeaways
- Leela has anxiety in public and needs help with relevance issues on walks
- Pally has separation anxiety, fear of cars, and resource guarding behavior
- The owner has established boundaries and control in the house, but needs help with public behavior and preventing fights
- Set boundaries and provide structure to establish clear expectations
- Build separate relationships with each dog to strengthen their bond with you
- Use the gentle method to address leash reactivity
- Practice the place command to promote independence and reduce following behavior
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Navigating Relationships in a Multi-Dog Household
In this episode, Millie and Andreia discuss the challenges and considerations of managing a multi-dog household. They emphasize the importance of analyzing the behavior and compatibility of the current dog before introducing a second dog. They also highlight the need for advocating for each dog's needs and setting boundaries to prevent conflicts. The hosts provide tips on introducing a new dog to the resident dog and managing competition for human affection. They stress the importance of realistic expectations and understanding that not all dogs will be best friends. Millie shares the importance of setting clear boundaries and rules in a multi-dog household and suggests using designated places for each dog. She also advises seeking the guidance of a trainer and considering the compatibility of the dogs when adding a new dog to the household.
Takeaways
- Analyze the behavior and compatibility of your current dog before getting a second dog
- Advocate for each dog's needs and set boundaries to prevent conflicts
- Introduce a new dog to the resident dog gradually and with supervision
- Manage competition for human affection by setting clear rules and boundaries
- Have realistic expectations and understand that not all dogs will be best friends
- Spending one-on-one time with each dog is important to check in with their individual needs and preferences.
- Teaching dogs coping mechanisms and independence is crucial for their well-being.
- Crate rotation, muzzle training, and tethering can be effective management tools for dogs that don't get along.
- Having different rules and boundaries for each dog based on their individual relationships is fair and beneficial. Dogs in a multi-dog household don't have to be best friends; it's okay if they don't like each other.
- Setting clear boundaries and rules is crucial in a multi-dog household.
- Using designated places for each dog can help prevent conflicts and competition.
- Seeking the guidance of a trainer is important when adding a new dog to the household.
- Considering the compatibility of the dogs is essential for a successful multi-dog household.
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Redefining Our Love for Dogs with Renowned Dog Trainer Cheri Wulff Lucas
In this conversation, Cheri Wulff Lucas, a well-known dog behaviorist and trainer specializing in rehabilitating dogs with behavioral issues, discusses the importance of balancing both dogs and their owners. Cheri emphasizes the need for humans to be balanced to help their dogs achieve balance. She explains the significance of creating a plan and visualizing positive outcomes in dog training. Overall, the conversation explores the interconnectedness of human and dog behavior and the role of balance in training. Cheri also talks about her journey from running a no-kill rescue to becoming a trainer and the wake-up call that made her realize the importance of understanding dog behavior. Cheri emphasizes the need to redefine our love for dogs.
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