187. Switch Off Series Live 4: Why Your Gundog Still Won't Settle After A Walk

Understanding Your Gundog's Behavior: Arousal Stacking and Settling ChallengesJoin Jo, the founder of the Ladies Working Dog Group, as she discusses common behavior struggles faced by gundog owners. In this live session, Jo explains the concepts of arousal stacking, post-walk rituals, and the difference between a tired body and a tired brain. Learn why your dog might be struggling to settle and how you can help them relax. This informative talk is in preparation for an upcoming challenge where experts will guide you on effective strategies to manage and improve your dog's behavior. Don't forget to join the Facebook group for more details and upcoming training sessions!00:00 Introduction and Greetings00:42 Introduction to the Challenge01:02 Understanding Dog Behavior04:10 Arousal Stacking Explained04:21 Post-Walk Rituals and Settling Down04:31 Tired Body vs. Tired Brain16:39 Practical Tips and Member Experiences22:48 Upcoming Challenge Details24:31 Conclusion and Next StepsThanks for being here. If this episode gave you something, a laugh, a lightbulb, or just the feeling that someone gets it, that's exactly why we make it.📚 Not sure where to start with your gundog training? Grab the LWDG Gundog Progress Gap Map. Work out where you exactly where you are and what to work on next, no more guessing needed.