Primitive Dog Ownership and Training (Lecture and Hands On) Stubborn, Lazy, Stupid, - translation - Intelligent, probably more so than you. Owning a Primitive Dog is almost nothing like owning a “traditional” breed. Living with these dogs is more like a roommate partnership than dog and owner. We both know there is no “master” here. These dogs think the world revolves around them, and the key to success with them is just that… The world. In other words, give them the world and they will be happy to cooperate - gasp! - even be willing to listen and obey! This approach to dog training and ownership isn’t just reserved for primitive dogs either - all dogs benefit! So make today the day you take your relationship with Primitive Dogs to the next level. If you own one, your dog deserves this course. If you work with them, you will improve the lives of countless animals. Rebranding the “Untrainable” Dog – Take Back Your Walk – Leash Handling Skills (Lecture and Hands On) It is easy for owners to get lost is the dozens of methods claiming to solve your leash problems. Most methods are too hard for owners to comply with and in the end, create frustrated and stressed dogs. Walk into any store and find 15 products to control leash pulling. Visit all the dog training schools within your area and find a vastly different methods of training and control. No wonder owners and dogs are lost and struggling. Both dog and owner just want to enjoy a walk, so why can’t we give that to them??? Why does leash training require yanking, pulling, restraining, stopping, turning around or leash jerking? What about a method that doesn’t do any of the above, lets owner and dog enjoy their walk and prevents restraint stress that contributes to aggression and reactivity! Take Back Your Walk with stress-free ease. After this course you & your dog(s) will be out enjoying walking in no time. Topics include: Body Language and Communication - What is your Primitive Dog actually saying? Handling and Grooming - Nails and vet visits don’t have to be terrible. Motivation, Attention and Engagement - Yes they will answer to their name! Puppy Raising and Foster Dogs - Paving the way for a happy life. Leash Handling and Loose Leash Walking - You can go for a leisurely walk! Leash holding and handling -both 6 ft and 10 foot leashes How to use forward motion as a reward while never stopping your walk Attention and desensitization of distractions How to prepare to take the leash off where appropriate The Growlies – Dealing with aggression and reactivity

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