One of the most important aspects of dog ownership is the health care of the dog. But what if the dog reacts with panic and possibly even aggression at the vet? In such a case, even the simplest examination can become the reason for immense stress. As dog owners, we are already nervous before going to the vet. Our dog notices this and gets even more stressed himself and very quickly we move in a downward spiral. It is not uncommon for this to be at the expense of the dog's health, when we chose to only go to the vet in urgent cases.
But what if our dog went to the vet with us in a relaxed manner? When he waits calmly with us in the waiting room, willingly puts out his paw during the examination, lies down or even calmly has blood drawn?
In my intensive medical training course, we make this possible. We prepare the dogs slowly and carefully for examinations. We teach them various cooperation signals that they can use to hold certain positions, but also to say when they need to take a breather. For anyone who has already taken a panicked dog to the vet, it will be clear that this training takes a lot of repetition. Therefore, it is imperative that you set aside time to train the things discussed in the classes each day at home. And depending on the dog, 5-10 minutes a day can actually be enough to continuously improve. You will also receive checklists from me after each class that show you what you should have achieved by the next group class. All lessons build up on each other so that we can have a relaxed visit to the vet together in our last lesson.
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In my intensive course you will learn all the signals and tools that we can use to lead our dog on a loose leash. As always, we build everything on positive reinforcement. So it will be really fun for you and your dogs. In order to put what you have learned to the test immediately, we will also make 3 appointments outside the training area. As the distraction increases, your skills and those of your dogs will be tested in detail.
In this course we will develop a recall signal, which we will put to the test and strengthen in situations with increasing difficulty. But you will also develop numerous other signals with your dog, which support you in various situations and can even replace the recall.
Exercising your dog offers many physical and mental benefits. It helps keep the cardiovascular system healthy and promotes healthy weight, but it also improves muscle tone, strength and endurance. The different positions that have to be assumed and held also train the mind and can even positively influence focus, attention span, problem-solving behavior and stress reduction.
Better Together is your dog school in Mallorca, which helps you to master everyday life with your dog harmoniously and offers dog-friendly activities.
Carrer del Falutx 2, 07609 Llucmajor
34 677 814 790
daniela@better-together.es