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Miscommunication between dogs and their humans, is just the same as miscommunication between people - problems often occur. Once you understand as to why your dog is acting is engaging in an inappropriate behaviour (to you at least, perhaps not to the dog!), and also have the knowledge as to how to change the behaviour, and show the dog what you actually want, the difference in behaviour can be amazing. Changing inappropriate behaviour is not rocket science, but it does take practice, and total consistency - unfortunately, there are no 'magic wands'!
ALGARVE - HOME VISITS, AND ONLINE CONSULTATIONS AVAILABLE WORLD WIDE
SERVICES - BEHAVIOUR MODIFICATION (ALL BEHAVIOURS) : PUPPY STARTER SESSION : SHELTER/RESCUE DOG STARTER SESSION
DOG BEHAVIOUR COURSES
PAYMENT IN EITHER EURO, DOLLAR & MAIN CURRENCY - use current exchange rate at time of payment
SERVICES - BEHAVIOUR MODIFICATION (ALL BEHAVIOURS) : PUPPY STARTER SESSION : SHELTER/RESCUE DOG STARTER SESSION
DOG BEHAVIOUR COURSES
PAYMENT IN EITHER EURO, DOLLAR & MAIN CURRENCY - use current exchange rate at time of payment
Behaviour Modification
Dogs do not act in an inappropriate manner to spite us, or because we are upset with them. In fact what we may consider inappropriate, is usually totally normal to the dog - all we lack is the ability to communicate what we like, and don't like, and what we would rather they do instead. If a dog finds that acting in a specific manner gains it what it wants, regardless of the behaviour exhibited, they are more likely to continue acting in that manner. What we also need to bear in mind with dogs, is that to them, attention is attention, whether it is negative or positive attention. I work with all types of behaviour concerns, and am here to help, and guide you towards having a well-behaved member of your family. I only use Positive Reinforcement methods and equipment. I stay in touch with my clients during the process, so help, or advise, is just a call, message or email away. If you would like to find out how both a home, or on-line behaviour session works, just follow this link |
Puppy Starter Session
This really is my most favourite session, honestly who would not want to work with an adorable puppy! Additionally, apart from the Nature aspect, we are dealing with the Nurture aspect, and if I can give you the knowledge and tools to help your to mould your pup into a well balanced, well behaved member of your family, what's not to like! Having the knowledge and tools will go a long way to helping to prevent any bad habits, installing good habits right at the beginning of your pup's life with you, is infinitely preferable - it will also go a long way to prevent future behaviour concerns. When owners understand how their dogs think and communicate, it helps you to see the behaviour in a new light, and understand how your dog thinks. These sessions are available both in the home, and also on-line, whichever is easiest for you. There does not seem to be as many puppy schools in Portugal, as we have in South Africa. However, if you do have a Puppy School in your area, then do not miss it - our session will be like 'a cherry on top'. The period of 8 - 16 weeks of age is of crucial important to a puppy - it is where it learns its socialization skills, and what will, and will not work with other dogs - a bit like a child going to play or nursery school. To find out more about the Puppy Starter Session, just follow this link. |
Shelter/Rescue Dog Starter Session
Having worked at so many shelters over the years, I have seen for myself what a difference having a home where a dog is loved, can make to a dog - my sincere thanks for having adopted a dog from a shelter or rescue organization!
Unfortunately, shelter dogs seldom come with any background, and the behaviour they exhibit in the home can be totally different from the behaviour seen in a shelter. There is a period of approximately 3 weeks (and on occasion up to 6 months), that professionals refer to as 'The Honeymoon Period'. During this period the dog will not always show it's true personality, and, if behaviour problems were the reason for the dog being surrendered, these behaviours are often not exhibited, or are exhibited at a low frequency. Once the dog becomes comfortable, you may see changes in behaviour. This is why it is so important to have a session as soon as you bring the dog home - we can tailor what needs to be tailored, and I can give you the information, tools and knowledge to help mould this new addition into a well balanced, and well behaved member of your family.
Each and every time a dog is returned to a shelter, not only does the family feel guilt and are heartbroken as the bonding may already have happened, another aspect not always taken into account, is that going back to the shelter can result in psychological trauma, behaviour may worsen, and further adoptions, very often fail.
Having worked at so many shelters over the years, I have seen for myself what a difference having a home where a dog is loved, can make to a dog - my sincere thanks for having adopted a dog from a shelter or rescue organization!
Unfortunately, shelter dogs seldom come with any background, and the behaviour they exhibit in the home can be totally different from the behaviour seen in a shelter. There is a period of approximately 3 weeks (and on occasion up to 6 months), that professionals refer to as 'The Honeymoon Period'. During this period the dog will not always show it's true personality, and, if behaviour problems were the reason for the dog being surrendered, these behaviours are often not exhibited, or are exhibited at a low frequency. Once the dog becomes comfortable, you may see changes in behaviour. This is why it is so important to have a session as soon as you bring the dog home - we can tailor what needs to be tailored, and I can give you the information, tools and knowledge to help mould this new addition into a well balanced, and well behaved member of your family.
Each and every time a dog is returned to a shelter, not only does the family feel guilt and are heartbroken as the bonding may already have happened, another aspect not always taken into account, is that going back to the shelter can result in psychological trauma, behaviour may worsen, and further adoptions, very often fail.