Train the Dog in Front of You - The Missing Piece to Improved Behavior [final episode]

This is the final Perfect Pup Episode (at least for the foreseeable future). Thank you SO much for all of your support over the years! The world is full of conflicting information and methods for obtaining “success and happiness”. And in terms of dog training and behavior “success”, the conflicts and arguments of how to get there will make your head spin. The term and ideology to “train the dog in front of you” can be a grounding principle to help you make the best, most informed decisions for how to raise and train your dog! In today’s episode, we’ll dive into what this phrase means, and how it can improve your outlook on your dog’s behavior to ultimately lead you to the strongest bond and connection with your dog as possible! The term ‘train the dog in front of you’ can mean different things for different people (that’s kind of the point in and of itself). In its broadest sense, this term/theory is meant to remind us as pup parents to drown out all the noise, competing opinions, and varying techniques out there and focus on what our specific dog needs at any given moment. In other words, just because something works for one dog, doesn’t mean it will work for your dog. Our dogs are unique individuals with varying strengths and weaknesses. Effectively raising a well-mannered pup is less about teaching specific behaviors, and more about adapting principles of learning to meet your dog’s needs. When we learn about dog training techniques and tactics, it’s important to reframe them through the lens of what your specific dog needs at that moment in their behavioral journey! No matter how many competing opinions or ideas you’ll hear from people, you ultimately have the make the best decision for your dog and your current situation. As we strive to not just train, but LOVE the dog in front of us we can better meet their needs and help them live more enriched and healthy lives. My hope is that you can focus on your dog’s individual needs on a daily basis and find training tactics, games, and methods that will help you unlock your dog’s best version! If you haven’t already, be sure to sign up for 30 Day Perfect Pup. It’s a 100% free online course that can help you better tune into your dog’s needs, make a training plan, and help improve your pup’s behavior and manners. Sign up for free here! What’s a unique trait or strength your dog has that you’ve incorporated into their training? Tell me in the comments!