Brain Training For Dogs
Brain Training for Dogs, a brand new course, combines mental stimulation and dog training to unlock the natural intelligence of your dog. As this happens, the problematic behavior is reduced and more desirable behavior emerges in their place.
Adrienne Farricelli is a CPDT KA dog trainer with years of experience in canine behaviour modification. She is the founder of Brain Training for Dogs, and the author of numerous dog training books.
Exercise
Exercise is crucial to the dog’s mental health and wellbeing. It keeps their bodies healthy and fit and can lower the risk of hip dysplasia, heart disease or obesity-related conditions like cancer or diabetes.
They will also be engaged and happy. Exercise together can strengthen your relationship and promotes socialization.
If a dog isn’t mentally stimulated the brain can become cluttered over time. They may start chewing on furniture or scratch things.
Training can help avoid these problems and improves your dog’s behavior with other people and dogs. In some cases it may even save your pet’s life!
Mental exercise can also reduce the onset memory loss and dementia. It helps to create new brain connections and helps protect existing nerve cells from deterioration.
Games
If you’re looking for a simple method to give your dog mental stimulation games are the ideal way to go. They can also be a good exercise for dogs that aren’t able exercise as vigorously as they used to or for dogs that are recovering from an injury or operation.
Simple brain games can be played in a tiny space like a house or garden. Keep pieces of your dog’s most loved food around the indoors or outdoors when it’s warm enough. Let them hunt for it.
These brain games are fun and can be played for just some minutes each time. They can also help your dog to remain focused and sharp as you train them. This can help them learn faster and remain mentally sharp. This can help them improve their ability to focus on commands and strengthen their relationship with their owners.
Treats
Treats are an excellent way to teach your dog. This can be an effective way to boost obedience training as well as to stimulate their brains. However, you must be cautious not to overdo it.
During training, it’s important to follow your commands and only treat when your dog has followed the instructions correctly. This will stop your dog from getting confused by mixed signals.
The most popular dog brain training options include games, puzzles, and mental exercises. They’re great for keeping your dog mentally active while also giving them the chance to improve their confidence.
Keep treats hidden in different cups or containers. This is among the most popular brain games for dogs. The dog is required to guess what container they’re supposed be hiding under and, if they’re right you can reward them with the reward of a treat.
Socialization
As a dog’s owner it’s your responsibility to ensure that your dog is calm and well-adjusted. He should also be able to handle new situations. In this regard it is vital to socialize your dog.
In the early years, puppies need to be exposed to a variety of animals and people, and also different environments. They may become anxious or fearful when they aren’t exposed to these situations.
They may even exhibit bad behaviors such as aggression and phobias.
Socialization can ease these issues and make life easier for your dog.
For instance, if you find that your puppy has rough mouthing with other dogs, providing them ample time to play with them will teach them bite inhibition.
Socializing your dog with other dogs, people and in a variety of environments will help reduce stress and anxiety around separation, as well as temper tantrums, when you go to work. It’s important to start small and then gradually progress to bigger challenges over time.