Brain Training For Dogs
Brain Training for Dogs is a new course that combines stimulation for the brain and training to unlock your dog’s natural intelligence. When this happens, problematic behaviors diminish and more pleasant behaviors erupt in their place.
Adrienne Farricelli is a CPDT KA dog trainer who has extensive training experience in modifying the behavior of dogs. She is the founder of Brain Training for Dogs, and the author of several dog training books.
Exercise
Exercise is vital to the mental well-being and overall health of your dog. It keeps them healthy and fit. It also can lower the risk of heart disease, hip dysplasia or obesity-related diseases such as cancer or diabetes.
It also keeps them satisfied and engaged with you. Training together will increase your bond and encourage socialization.
If a dog is not mentally stimulated the brain can get cluttered over time. They might start chewing on objects, scratch furniture, or bark a lot.
Training can help you avoid these issues and help improve your dog’s interaction with other dogs and humans. In some cases it may even save your dog’s life!
Mental exercising can also help to slow down the process of onset memory loss and dementia. It aids in the creation of new brain connections and also protects existing nerve cells from deterioration.
Games
Games are an excellent option to give your dog a mental stimulation. These games are also a great way to exercise dogs who aren’t as active as they once were or recovering from an injury or operation.
Certain brain games for dogs are simple to prepare and can be done in small spaces like an outdoor space or a garden. For instance, hide small pieces of your dog’s favourite food in the areas around the house (or outside in the warmer weather) and let them hunt for it.
These brain games can be played for a short period at a time. They give your dog an enjoyable mental exercise while you are training them. This helps them to learn faster and remain mentally sharp. This can also help them improve their ability to focus on commands and improve their relationship with their owners.
Treats
One of the most important methods to train your dog is to provide treats. This is a great method to strengthen their training and stimulate their brains. Be careful to not overdo it.
In training, it’s essential to follow through with your instructions and treat only when your dog has complied with the instructions properly. This will prevent sending mixed signals and confuse your dog.
Puzzle toys, games and mental exercise are some of the most requested options for brain training dogs. They’re great for keeping your dog’s mind active as well as giving them the chance to improve their confidence.
Put treats in different containers or cups. This is one of the most popular brain games for dogs. The dog must guess the container they’re supposed be in If they’re able to guess correctly give them treats.
Socialization
As a dog’s owner it is your responsibility to make sure that your dog has confidence, flexibility and the ability to cope with a variety of situations. Socialization plays an important role in this process.
In the early years, puppies have to be exposed to a variety of animals and people, as well as different environments. They may be anxious or fearful in the absence of exposure to these things.
Some may even develop negative behaviors, such as aggression or phobias.
The positive side is that socialization could help solve these issues and make life with your dog easier.
For instance, if you find that your puppy is rough mouthing with other dogs, offering them ample time to play with them will help them learn to stop biting.
Socializing your dog with other dogs, people, and in different environments will aid in reducing the anxiety of separation, or temper tantrums, when you leave to go to work. It’s crucial to start small and gradually work your way up to bigger issues over time.