Labradoodle Dog Training Winston Salem NC | Chewie 

Labradoodle Dog Training Winston Salem NC | Chewie
Labradoodle - 7 years old Labradoodle
Jim Hodges
Jim Hodges Dog Training
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Labradoodle Dog Training Winston Salem NC | Chewie
Chewie is a Labradoodle that came in for our residency training program. He is 7 years old and came in to get everyday training to establish leadership in the pack. He has done excellent in his obedience. Who says you cannot teach and old dog new tricks.
The hardest thing with older dogs just like with humans, we have spent a lifetime of doing things a certain way. When we are asked to change it is very hard. Chewie has done certain things all of his life in the manner that it worked for him. Now, with a family with very young little ones things have to change.
Proper consistent obedience will help to make this change. However, there are things in life that we have become accustomed to that will take a little more work to make that change. We have to realize what those things are and try to set up these situations to incorporate that change, repeatedly and consistently. There will be situations that you did not realize needed to be addressed until they happen. We have to supervise and manage our dog at all times.
It is important that we utilize all forms of praise (encouraging words, touch, treat, toy and positive emotion) when training. We still provide consequence when needed but we are not here to intimidate, dominate, break his spirit, hurt him or have him fear you in the process. Consequence begins with a light touch with No ... followed by light praise when he does what we ask. All of my clients understand the nuance of providing praise and consequence. Consistency and repetition are necessary.
Thank you.