Brain Training For Dogs
Brain Training for Dogs, an innovative course that combines dog training and stimulation to unleash the natural intelligence of your dog. As this happens, the problematic behavior is reduced and more desirable behaviors take over.
Adrienne Farricelli is a CPDT KA dog trainer with a wealth of training experience in modifying the behavior of dogs. She is also the founder of Brain Training for Dogs and author of several dog training books.
Exercise
Exercise is vital to the mental health and well-being of your dog. It can keep them healthy and fit and reduce the risk of heart disease, hip dysplasia, or obesity-related ailments like diabetes or cancer.
It also keeps them satisfied and engaged with you. Exercising together will improve your bond and increase socialization.
The brain of a dog can become cluttered and dull when they don’t experience mental stimulation. They might begin to chew on objects, scratch furniture, or bark a lot.
Training can prevent these issues and improves your dog’s behavior when it comes to dogs and other dogs. In some cases it may even save your pet’s life!
Mental exercising can also help to slow down the progression of memory loss and dementia. It helps to create new brain connections and helps protect existing nerve cells from degeneration.
Games
Games are a great option to provide your dog a sense of stimulation. These games can also be a great way to keep dogs fit and as active as they once were or recovering from an operation or injury.
Simple brain games can be played in a tiny space like a house or garden. For instance, place pieces of your dog’s favorite food in the areas around the house (or outside in the warmer weather) and let them hunt for it.
These brain games are fun and can be played for just an hour or so each time. They also help your dog remain sharp in their minds while you train them. This helps them to learn faster and remain mentally sharp. This can also aid in improving their ability to focus on commands and strengthen their connection with their pet.
Treats
Treats are a great way to teach your dog. This is a fantastic method of enhancing obedience training, as well as to stimulate their brains. Be careful to not overdo this.
During training it is important to be consistent with your commands. Only give them rewards when they follow the instructions properly. This will prevent sending mixed signals, which can confuse your dog.
Puzzle toys, games and mental exercises are some of the most well-known options for dogs who are brain-training. They’re great for keeping your dog mentally active while giving them the chance to improve their confidence.
One of the most loved dog brain games involves placing treats under various containers or cups. The dog is required to guess which container they’re supposed to be under If they’re right give them the reward of a treat.
Socialization
As a dog’s owner, it is your responsibility to ensure that your dog is calm and well-adjusted. It is also important to ensure that your dog is to cope with new situations. In this regard, socialization is crucial.
In the early years, puppies must be introduced to all types of people and animals, as well as various environments. Without exposure to these things they may become anxious and scared.
Many may develop negative behavior, like aggression or phobias.
Socialization can help alleviate these issues and make life easier for your dog.
If your puppy is rough-mouthing other dogs, allowing them to play with them for a long time will teach them to stop biting.
Socializing your dog with other dogs, people and in a variety of environments will aid in reducing separation anxiety, or temper tantrums, after you leave to work. It’s important to start small, and then work your way into bigger challenges over time.