Brain Training For Dogs
Brain Training for Dogs, a new course, combines dog training and stimulation to unlock the inherent intelligence of your dog. This will cause problematic behaviors to diminish and be replaced by more desirable ones.
Adrienne Farricelli is a CPDT KA dog trainer with years of experience in canine behaviour modification. She is also the founder of Brain Training for Dogs and the author of several dog-training books.
Exercise
Exercise is essential for the mental health and well-being of your dog. It helps keep them healthy and fit and lower the risk of heart diseases hip dysplasia, hip dysplasia, and obesity-related conditions such as diabetes or cancer.
You can also keep them active and content. Exercise together strengthens your relationship and encourages socialization.
The dog’s brain can get dull and cluttered over time if they don’t experience mental stimulation. They may begin to chew on things, scratch up furniture or bark in excess.
Training can help prevent these issues and improves your dog’s behavior with dogs and other dogs. In some cases it may even save your pet’s life!
Mental exercise can also help slow down the onset memory loss and dementia. It aids in the formation of new brain connections, and also protects nerve cells against degeneration.
Games
If you’re looking for an easy way to help your dog get mental stimulation, games are the ideal way to go. These games are also a great method to keep dogs fit and as active as they used to be or dogs recovering from an injury or operation.
Simple brain games can be played in a small space like a backyard or house. Place pieces of your dog’s favorite food in the house or outside when it’s warm enough. Let them go in search of it.
These brain games are fun and can be played for only one or two minutes every time. They can also assist your dog to remain focused and sharp as you train them. This can help them learn faster and keep mentally sharp. They can also improve their ability to focus on instructions, and it can improve their relationship with you.
Treats
Treats are a great method to train your dog. This can be a good way to reinforce obedience training, and also to stimulate their brains. However, you need to be cautious not to overdo it.
When you train, it is vital to be consistent in your instructions. Only reward them if they follow the directions correctly. Doing this will avoid sending confusing signals and causing confusion to your dog.
Puzzle games, toys and mental exercises are a few of the most well-known options for training dogs’ brains. These toys are a great way to keep dogs active mentally and to help them develop confidence.
Keep treats hidden in different cups or containers. This is one of the most played brain games for dogs. The dog has to figure out which container the treat supposed to be in If it’s right, they get a reward.
Socialization
As a dog’s owner it’s your duty to ensure that your dog is comfortable and well-adjusted. They should also be able to handle new situations. Socialization plays a vital role in this process.
During the first few years of their lives, puppies need to be exposed different types of people, animals, and environments. If they don’t get exposure to these types of things they can be scared and anxious.
They might even develop bad behaviours like aggression and fear of heights.
The positive side is that socialization can ease these issues and make life with your pup easier.
If your puppy is causing trouble for other dogs, playing with them for a long time will teach them to bite inhibition.
Your dog should be able to interact with people, other pets, and different environments can also curb their temperamental or separation anxiety when you leave for work. It’s important to begin small and then gradually progress to larger challenges as you progress.