MEET TEDDY!
(Wednesday, January.8th, 2014)
Everyone meet Teddy. Teddy is a loveable sweet boy who had some huge confidence issues. We are in the process of showing him that the world isn't a scary place!
Teddy feels the need to protect his mommy, and feeds off of his brothers behaviours. So anytime he see's a dog, a person with a snowboard/skis, a new strange person in the distance, horses or being on a moving sleigh... he likes to puff himself up real big and pretend to be a scary dog. (Which in-fact he is a giant Teddy Bear...hence his name.) Teddy has been through our basic group classes, and is now getting a little more one on one attention with Monique. ;)
Session 1 of 3
Today Teddy was introduced to multiple new dogs in a semi-controlled environment. Our goal was to put Teddy in as many positive situations as possible, without any negative input.
We wanted to put him into these situations with out his mommy or brother... so he could focus on just being a dog, and having fun...instead of having to protect and keep an eye out for danger. (The world is a scary place, didn't you know!?!)
At first Teddy was quite nervous. He drewled the entire ride to the dog park, but was such a good boy in the truck. You could tell he was full of anxiety and stress once we entered the dog park.... but we were armed with yummy treats that he couldn't resist and there was a twinkle of curiosity in his eye. We were set for a great session!
It didn't take long before Teddy was comfortable with the new pack that he was walking in! Roxy, Tikka, Kimber, Kona & Yoko all took turns saying hi and showing him what it was like to just relax and be a dog! Teddy even tried to get Roxy to play by doing the cutest play bow! (Unfortunately our camera taking skills weren't fast enough to get that picture)
During our session Teddy did wonderful at his obedience, recalls and he met at least 15 new dogs and their people! We did TONS of fun confidence boosting drills which he excels at and loves! We think, he thinks he is a cat in disguise...as he is surprisingly agile and light on his feet.
We can't wait to work with this handsome man next week!
Keep checking back for more of Teddy's adventures!
(A Big THANKS to Danby with Kimber & Tikka, Vanessa with Roxy and Kona & Yoko for their puppy support)
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Session 2 of 3
(Wednesday, January.15th, 2014)
Oh Teddy... How we love thee... let us count the ways! This handsome boy blew us out of the water today! He was so so good! Everything from meet and greets with other dogs, to recalls to distance commands!
Exactly one week ago today, Teddy came for his first "Excel your dogs training" session! Now look at him go! This video explains it all... Check it out!
(A Big THANKS to Vanessa & Roxy, Heather with Bane & Luna and Kona & Yoko for their puppy support)
Session 2 of 3
(Wednesday, January.15th, 2014)
Oh Teddy... How we love thee... let us count the ways! This handsome boy blew us out of the water today! He was so so good! Everything from meet and greets with other dogs, to recalls to distance commands!
Exactly one week ago today, Teddy came for his first "Excel your dogs training" session! Now look at him go! This video explains it all... Check it out!
(A Big THANKS to Vanessa & Roxy, Heather with Bane & Luna and Kona & Yoko for their puppy support)
Keep Checking Back for more updates on the Adventures of Teddy!
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Session 3 of 3
(Wednesday. January. 22nd 2014)
Today was Teddy's last session ~ GRAD DAY ~ and we were just blown away at his progress. This smart cookie started training with us just 3 short weeks ago. He was HIGHLY reactive around his mom and brother, and in the vehicle. At times he could even be a bit loud and un-ruley.... But now look at him!!! Not only has he settled into his own skin, he is enjoying life as a dog.
Teddy LOVES LOVES LOVES having a job to do, and knowing that he can rely on his mommy to watch out for danger so he can just be a dog and play. ;)
His mommy will have to work on making sure she doesn't put any input into the leash and/or situation (which is pretty hard to do), and when she is uncomfortable to call him out of a situation instead of pull him out of the situation.
We are so so very proud of this man's progress and can NOT wait to get some updates! Keep an eye out for this guy at our drop in sessions.
(A Big THANKS to Vanessa & Roxy, and Kona & Yoko for their puppy support)
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Session 3 of 3
(Wednesday. January. 22nd 2014)
Today was Teddy's last session ~ GRAD DAY ~ and we were just blown away at his progress. This smart cookie started training with us just 3 short weeks ago. He was HIGHLY reactive around his mom and brother, and in the vehicle. At times he could even be a bit loud and un-ruley.... But now look at him!!! Not only has he settled into his own skin, he is enjoying life as a dog.
Teddy LOVES LOVES LOVES having a job to do, and knowing that he can rely on his mommy to watch out for danger so he can just be a dog and play. ;)
His mommy will have to work on making sure she doesn't put any input into the leash and/or situation (which is pretty hard to do), and when she is uncomfortable to call him out of a situation instead of pull him out of the situation.
We are so so very proud of this man's progress and can NOT wait to get some updates! Keep an eye out for this guy at our drop in sessions.
(A Big THANKS to Vanessa & Roxy, and Kona & Yoko for their puppy support)
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