Brain Training For Dogs
Brain Training for Dogs is a brand new course that utilizes mental stimulation and training to help unlock your dog’s natural intelligence. When this happens, problem behaviors disappear and more enjoyable behaviors take over.
Adrienne Farricelli is a CPDT KA dog trainer with years of training experience in modifying the behavior of dogs. She is the creator of Brain Training for Dogs, and the author of several books on dog training.
Exercise
Exercise is crucial to an animal’s mental and overall wellbeing. It keeps them healthy and fit. It also can lower the risk of heart disease, hip dysplasia or obesity-related diseases like cancer or diabetes.
It will also keep them active and content. Exercise together strengthens your relationship and encourages socialization.
If a dog isn’t mentally stimulated their brain may become cluttered over time. They may begin chewing on things or scratch furniture.
Training can help prevent these issues and improves your dog’s behavior around dogs and people. In some instances, it could save your dog’s very life!
In addition, mental exercise can slow the onset of memory loss and dementia. It aids in the creation of new connections in the brain and also protects existing nerve cells from degeneration.
Games
Games are a great choice to give your dog mental stimulation. These games are also a great option to exercise dogs who aren’t as active as they were or those recovering from an injury or operation.
Simple brain games can be played in a small area such as a garden or a house. Keep pieces of your dog’s favorite food in the inside the house or outside if it is warm enough. Let them hunt for it.
These brain games can be played for a few minutes at a time. They can give your dog an enjoyable mental exercise while you train them. This can help them learn faster and stay mentally sharp. They also increase their ability to concentrate on their commands and can increase their connection with you.
Treats
One of the most important ways to train your dog is to provide treats. This is a fantastic method of enhancing obedience training as well as to stimulate their brains. However, you must be careful not to overdo it.
During training it is important to be consistent with your instructions. Only reward them when they follow the instructions correctly. This will help prevent your dog from getting confused by confusing signals.
Some of the most well-known dog brain training options include games, puzzles and mental exercises. These toys are a great method to keep dogs active mentally and help them gain confidence.
One of the most loved brain games for dogs is hiding treats in different containers or cups. The dog is required to guess what container they’re supposed be in, and if they’re correct give them an edible treat.
Socialization
As a dog’s owner it is your responsibility to ensure that your pup is confident, well-adjusted, and able to cope with new situations. In this regard socialization is essential.
In the beginning of their lives, young puppies need to be exposed to different types of people, animals, and different environments. If they don’t get exposure to these types of things they can be anxious and fearful.
They might even develop bad behavior, such as aggression or fear of heights.
Socialization can help ease these problems and make life easier for your dog.
If your puppy is constantly yelling at other dogs, the act of letting them play with them for a long period of time will teach them to stop biting.
Your dog should be able to interact with people, other pets and in different environments can help to reduce separation anxiety or temper tantrums when you go to work. It’s essential to start small, and then progress to larger challenges as you progress.