Brain Training For Dogs
Brain Training for Dogs, an innovative course, uses the stimulation of the mind and dog training to unlock the natural intelligence of your dog. This will cause the bad behavior to fade and be replaced by more desirable ones.
Adrienne Farricelli is a CPDT KA dog trainer who has extensive training experience in modifying the behavior of dogs. She is the creator of Brain Training for Dogs, and the author of several dog training books.
Exercise
Exercise is vital to the mental health and well-being of your dog. It can keep them fit and healthy, and reduce the risk of heart diseases, hip dysplasia, or related obesity-related illnesses like cancer or diabetes.
They will also be interested and happy. Exercise together can improve your bond and increase socialization.
If a dog isn’t mentally challenged their brains can get cluttered with time. They may begin to chew on things, scratch up furniture or bark excessively.
Training can help avoid these problems, and improve your dog’s behavior when it comes to other dogs and people. In certain situations, it can save your dog’s very life!
Mental exercise can also reduce the progression of memory loss and dementia. It helps form new brain connections and also protects nerve cells from degeneration.
Games
Games are an excellent option to give your dog a bit of mental stimulation. They can also be an excellent way to exercise dogs that aren’t able to do as much physical exercise as they used too, or for dogs that are recovering from an injury or surgery.
Simple brain games can be played in a small area like a backyard or house. For instance, hide small pieces of your dog’s favorite food in places around the house (or outside in the warmer weather) and let them go hunting for it.
These brain games are enjoyable and can be played for only an hour or so each time. They also help your dog to remain mentally sharp while you train them. This helps them to learn faster and remain 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 teach your dog to provide treats. This is a great method to reinforce their training and stimulate their brains. However, you should be cautious not to overdo it.
During training it is important to follow your instructions. Only reward them when they follow the instructions correctly. Doing this will avoid sending mixed signals, which can confuse your dog.
Puzzle games, toys and mental exercises are a few of the most sought-after options for dogs who are brain-training. They’re an excellent way to keep your dog mentally active and also give them a chance to increase their confidence.
Put treats in different containers or cups. This is one of the most popular brain games for dogs. The dog has to figure out what container the treat is supposed to be placed in, and if it’s correct they are awarded a reward.
Socialization
As a dog’s owner, it is your responsibility to make sure that your dog has confidence, adaptability, and ability to deal with new situations. In this process, socialization is crucial.
In the initial few years of their life, puppies should be exposed to various kinds of people, animals, and different environments. They may be anxious or fearful in the absence of exposure to these things.
They may even exhibit bad behaviours like aggression and phobias.
The positive side is that socialization could help alleviate these problems and make life with your pup more enjoyable.
For instance, if you find that your puppy is known to be rough with other dogs, allowing them ample time to play will help them learn to stop biting.
Socializing your dog with other dogs, people and in a variety of environments will help reduce separation anxiety, or temper tantrums, when you go to work. It’s important to start off small and work your way up to bigger challenges as you go along.