Episode #2.18 - Why Your Rescue Dog Guards Food & Toys, And What To Do About It

Is your rescue dog growling when someone walks past their food bowl? Guarding toys from your children or other pets? Do not panic. This behaviour is more common than you might think.In this episode of Paws and Pawsitivity, I am Jamie Watkinson-Harvey, certified dog trainer and behaviour consultant at Pawfect Training Academy. I explain why some rescue dogs guard food, toys or spaces and how you can support them through kind, force-free, science-backed training.🐾 You will learn:• What resource guarding really means and why it is not “bad behaviour”• How to manage your home safely and calmly• Practical tips for homes with children or multiple pets• Why trust takes time and how to build it effectivelyWith patience, compassion and structure, you can create a calm and secure environment where your rescue dog feels safe and understood.🌐 Visit www.pta.dog for online support and training packages.📩 Email: [email protected]📱 Call or WhatsApp: 01761 206 056📸 Instagram: @PTA_Dog❤️ Like, share and subscribe to help more guardians discover kind, ethical and effective dog training.#RescueDogTraining #ResourceGuardingDogs #PositiveDogTraining #DogBehaviourHelp #ForceFreeTraining #NewDogOwnerTips #AdoptDontShop #FamilyDogSupport #DogTrainerAdvice #DogSafetyTips #PawsAndPawsitivity #PTADog #DogBodyLanguage #UKDogTrainer #DogTrainingPodcast #KindDogTrainingAudio Credit:Journey by Roa | https://roa-music.comMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/