The first challenge when training more than one dog at once is timing-you need to reward correct behavior at the exact moment it occurs. But with these helpful tips and techniques, you can train successfully and have well-behaved dogs in a multi-dog household. How do you train a dog when you have more than one competing for your attention? Plus, there’s nothing more distracting (or infuriating) to a dog than another dog getting a treat. But dogs are a serious responsibility, too, and the more dogs you have, the greater the challenge to care for them, especially when it comes to training. And owning two or more dogs just multiplies the fun. I would strongly recommend Caroline to anyone who needs a bit of help with their ‘best friend’.Owning a dog brings tail wags, cuddles, and companionship. Having had dogs for over 30 years I see myself as an experienced, caring dog owner but each dog is different, especially one that has been ‘rescued’, and this is where Caroline’s understanding and experience of the different dog breeds is of particular importance. Before Caroline’s help Jessi had always tried to run away in any direction, now I feel confident that she will return to me. Four days later I was absolutely thrilled when, having dropped the training lead, a large dog came bounding over to Jessi and immediately she ran to me. Caroline then suggested that I use a training lead, dropping it after a day or two to give her more freedom. I was concerned that Jessi had shown no interest in treats whilst out but again Caroline had a trick up her sleeve – some tasty chicken and liver treats! Within minutes Jessi (and Dylan) were responding to the whistle, even when we took them out for a walk. Once again Caroline came to my home, quickly made friends with Jessi, who is still a little nervous, and suggested I use a whistle, especially when recalling both dogs, and treats. Again with reassurance she is now more confident of most things except dogs so before I can let her off the lead I need to be sure she will come back to me. Jessi had had no experience of walking out so she was also frightened of everything but unlike Dylan would try to run away. That was 3 years ago and now I have another rescue, an 18 month old Pap called Jessi who has come to me with little, if any training at all she didn’t even know ‘sit’! I decided I would take her to puppy training classes only to find out she is too old so I contacted Caroline again for help. I gradually gave the ‘click’ a name, as advised by Caroline, and we have not looked back since. With Caroline’s advice and guidance Dylan and I were soon enjoying a relatively bark free walk. We then took Dylan out, using the ‘clicker’ to distract Dylan’s attention from any approaching dogs. She showed me how to use a ‘clicker’ and within minutes Dylan was responding to it for a treat (it did help that he loves his treats!). This got to the point where neither of us were enjoying our walks so I asked Caroline Cowan from Cardiff Canine Citizens for help.Ĭaroline came to my home and suggested I use distraction to stop his barking. I gave him lots of reassurance when out and in no time he was ignoring all but other dogs which he continued to bark at. At 3 years he was still a youngster and I quickly realised he was quite insecure. Initially he barked at everything, cars, vans, cyclists, joggers and other walkers, but especially other dogs. However, although my 4th Pap, Dylan was very well trained, he was a barker. I’ve had Papillion’s as pets since 1985 and they have all been rescue dogs of varying ages.The first three came to me already well trained and well behaved around other dogs, people and cats. COMING SOON – Clever Canine Citizens Level Four – Expert Skills.COMING SOON – Clever Canine Citizens Level Three – Advanced Skills.COMING SOON – Clever Canine Citizens Level Two – Improved Skills.COMING SOON – Clever Canine Citizens Level One – Foundation Skills.Recall Refreshers – For puppies up to 32 weeks of age Puppy Play Sessions – For puppies between 11-16 weeks of age Junior Classes – For puppies between 25- 78 weeks who have completed P.A.L.S. Infant Classes – For puppies between 17-52 weeks of age who have completed P.A.L.S. Nursery Classes – For puppies up to 20 weeks of age Pre-Vaccination Visits – For puppies between 7-16 weeks of age
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