C R A T E
- COMPASSION: All social animals require a level of understanding from others that perfection is never expected or possible
- REASSURANCE: Likewise, we all need to be reminded occasionally that we are doing the right thing well and our efforts are appreciated
- ATTENTION: Loneliness is not prevented just by not being alone. Dogs must have regular, uplifting interaction with their human family
- TASKS: Dogs were domesticated to complete jobs. Without a job to do, all dogs seek an outlet and outlets are destructive
- ENTERTAINMENT: Life is fun! Dogs make life even more fun for us and will always find a way to add fun to their own lives unless we add it for them
PLAY! PLAY! PLAY!
Training your dog is not much more than building expectations boundaries
“Doing this gets me a reward”
Dogs are opportunistic, not planners
“That is not and cannot be mine”
Dogs understand their roles and place
Dogs inspire self-confidence by having carefree fun while completing tasks
Think of every training opportunity as a game your dog is playing
