Brain Training For Dogs
Brain Training for Dogs, an innovative course, combines mental stimulation and dog training to unlock the inherent intelligence of your dog. When this happens, problematic behavior is reduced and more enjoyable behavior emerges in their place.
Adrienne Farricelli is a CPDT KA dog trainer with extensive training experience in modifying the behavior of dogs. She is also the creator of Brain Training for Dogs and the author of several dog training books.
Exercise
Exercise is essential to a dog’s mental health and overall wellbeing. It helps keep them fit and healthy and can reduce the risk of hip dysplasia, heart disease or obesity-related diseases such as cancer, diabetes or diabetes.
They will also be entertained and happy. Exercise together can strengthen your relationship and promotes socialization.
The dog’s brain can become dull and cluttered as time passes if they don’t have a mental challenge. They might begin to chew on things, scratch up furniture or bark in excess.
Training can help you avoid these problems, and improve your dog’s interactions with other dogs and people. In certain situations, it can save your dog’s very life!
In addition, mental exercise can delay the onset of dementia and memory loss. It helps to create new brain connections and protects nerve cells from degeneration.
Play the Game
Games are a great choice to provide your dog mental stimulation. They can also be an excellent way to exercise dogs that aren’t able to exercise as vigorously as they used to, or for dogs who are recovering from an injury or surgery.
A few brain games for dogs are easy to prepare, and all can be played in small spaces, such as the garden or a house. Place pieces of your dog’s favorite food in the inside the house or outside in warm weather. Let them go in search of it.
These brain games can be played for a short period at a stretch and give your dog an enjoyable mental workout while you train them. This helps to improve their learning speed and keep them mentally sharp. This can help them improve their ability to concentrate on their commands and build a stronger connection to their owner.
Treats
One of the most effective methods to teach your dog to give them treats. This can be an effective way to reinforce obedience training and also to stimulate their brains. You must be careful to not overdo it.
When training, it is crucial to be consistent with your commands. Only reward them when they follow the instructions in a correct manner. This will ensure that you don’t send confusing signals and causing confusion to your dog.
Puzzle games, toys and mental exercises are just a few of the most sought-after choices for dogs that train their brains. These toys are an excellent way to keep dogs active mentally and help them build confidence.
One of the most loved brain games for dogs is hiding treats under different containers or cups. The dog is required to guess which container the treat is supposed to be in and, if it’s correct they will be awarded a reward.
Socialization
As a dog’s owner, it is your responsibility to ensure that your dog is calm and well-adjusted. They should also be able to cope with new situations. In this process socialization is essential.
In their early years, puppies need to be introduced to all types of people and animals, and also different environments. If they are not exposed to these things, they can become anxious and fearful.
They could even develop undesirable behavior, such as aggression or fears.
The good news is that socialization can alleviate these problems and make life with your dog easier.
For example, if your puppy has a rough mouth with other dogs, offering them plenty of time to play with them will teach them bite inhibition.
Socializing your dog with other dogs, people and in different environments will also help to reduce the anxiety of separation, or temper tantrums when you go to work. It’s also important to start with a small amount and gradually move up to bigger challenges over the course of time.