Pro Dog Trainer’s Secret to Help Your Naughty Dog #71

There is one thing that you can do easily to help overcome any dog training challenge you might have. That one thing is something I’ve been talking about and doing for 30 years. It’s record keeping! Keeping a journal for your dog is not as hard as you might think, and it will fast track your success.
00:20 Overcome dog training challenges.
01:49 Record keep your dog training for faster results.
02:18 What gets measured gets managed.
02:34 How I overcame my puppy’s resource guarding.
02:54 Beware labels defining your dog.
04:58 Jean Donaldson advice, “Is the dog upset?”
05:43 Address the dog’s emotional state first.
06:32 Triggers: Counterconditioning and Desensitization
07:36 Eliminate rehearsals of unwanted behavior.
09:24 You can’t dog train emotions.
10:42 What to track in your dog training journal.
12:57 Evaluate and notice patterns around dog’s behavior.
13:22 Celebrate the big and little victories.
14:21 Is the dog’s behavior emotional?
15:04 Creating harmony in a multi-dog household.
15:42 When to see a veterinary behaviorist.
16:34 Dogs have limited ways of communicating with us.
16:54 When to get a reinforcement-based dog trainer evaluation.
In the episode you'll hear:
• What labels can do to our dogs.
• How I journaled This!’s resource guarding and why it helped fast track success.
• What to keep track of when you are record keeping.
• Why to ask the question Jean Donaldson recommends: Is your dog upset?
• When to focus on your dog’s emotional state.
• What will create a ticking time bomb for your dog and how to avoid it.
• About counter conditioning to help your dog.
• The importance of eliminating rehearsals of behavior you want to change.
• Why dog training alone is not always the answer.
• About fear responses in dogs.
• Why to include what your dog does well in your journaling.
• What I learned about This! by record keeping and why she now has a middle of the day nap.
• About the way record keeping showed me what happens at the top of the stairs.
• How knowing patterns will help resolve your dog’s challenges.
• The importance of celebrating progress.
• Why to differentiate between dog training and emotional states.
• When to get an evaluation from a reinforcement based dog trainer.
Resources:
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Podcast Episode 66: Resource Guarding: Dog vs Dog Aggression -
• Resource Guarding: Dog...
Podcast Episode 4: T.E.M.P. (Tail, Eyes/Ears, Mouth, Posture) -
• T.E.M.P. (Tail, Eyes/E...
Blog Video: Understanding Your Dog’s Triggers -
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Podcast Episode 6: The Art of Manipulation -
• The Art of Manipulatio...
Podcast Episode 48: Potty Train Your Puppy in a Week (Easy 3 Step Process) - • Potty Train Your Puppy...
Podcast Episode 14: Creating Intentional Multi-Dog Household Harmony -
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[@pbartkus]

My favorite saying, "The shortest pencil is mightier than the longest memory."

[@pascaleburnet7583]

I wish there was a Love button instead of like :)

[@jobunton8876]

This was such and reassuring episode. When my Border Collie Juno was around 7 months old she started recourse guarding me, food, toys, locations.... It was really upsetting and I felt very judged especially by people in my own home. Even I was silently labelling her. I wish I had record kept when the problem first started. I did a lot in reading up and 'Dogs That', were instrumental in my approach to resolving it. The muzzle grabbing and aggression was mostly directed at our very gentle and oh so lovely senior and now 15 year old Border collie, Molly. Juno just seem to have it in for her and I'll never know whether Molly was antagonising her all be it unintentionally. That seemed unlikely but the stress was there for all. I stopped bringing shopping in the front door, bag contents were an issue, She was not allowed on the sofas as Molly always slept on the floor. Being careful with the dogs as we return home from a journey. With all four of our dogs I did lots of very controlled hand feeding, usually to the cue of 'Molly's here's! 😂 There were a few setbacks but over a period of months it appeared to be working and the occurances were less. If only I'd kept records. I might have reached where we are today so much more quickly. It was really difficult to keep all the aggression scenarios in my head. Juno is 2 years 5 months now and has come a long way. I am still cautious though as I feel that once the behaviour had been practiced it may always sit with her. Thank you Susan for more pearls of wisdom.

[@nancyhooper1742]

Pascale Burnet, totally agree, they need it for Love all Susan teaches ❤❤❤❤

[@gijoyjoy]

Oh Susan. All the necessary steps you recommend are all the things I truly hate to do! Record keeping is probably my worst trait at work and the resistance I'm feeling to doing that task for this foster dog that I NEVER wanted, is beyond measure! If this record keeping truly is required for me to overcome the behavioral biting and aggression with this dog, I think he's going to go to a shelter first. I just don't have the will to do it. If I struggle to do record keeping when I'm paid and required to do so, I know I'm just not going to do that to train this foster dog. :(

[@sarahbellmilano5465]

I tried step by step training fir walking today using her breakfast portion. Wow! I immediately realized I put her in a high stimulus environment. She got disracted. We will try again at luchtime.

[@cookiefun1]

I love your podcast and am amazed everyday about how much more I dont know. Like the proverb (or was it Aristotle), "the more you learn, the more you realize what have to learn". You inspire me to keep trying with all my rescue dogs. I am curious if you can do a focused podcast on demand barking or demand behaviors in general and ways to eliminate rehearsal without using alot of timeouts.

[@elizabethglick3925]

I had an "a-ha" moment watching this episode. When I saw the clips of This! resource guarding, I realized that my 14 month old GS is resource guarding our front door. Now, it is time to plan, execute and journal and overcome our challenge. I feel invigorated. Thanks, Susan!

[@ammi_10]

I am part of a rescue group and I got a message from one of the organizers asking if I had a muzzle. Apparently in one of the newer foster homes they had some vocalizing from the new foster dog. They hadn't yet put the family dog in the same room with the Foster dog but were concerned about what they were hearing. They sent me a video and it was obvious that the dog had some Siberian vocalizing going on and it just wanted to play. Happy ending 😄

[@jennyf7464]

Cat training tips would be fun...Love all your episodes!

[@MsCyberNewt]

I introduce all my puppy people to you! And any other people I can in fact. LOL I would love to see a step-by-step how to get a dog that is FREAKED out about nails to accept nail grinding. My dogs that I raise don't have this problem but I have problems with adult dogs I get and a dog I am boarding right now- he is the worst! I know this is a problem for a lot of people too. Thanks! I am already a subscriber and a member of Recallers, Puppy Peaks and HStD with Wag Nation. :) Obviously I LOVE your stuff!

[@animalashes377]

I am working on some things with a service dog in training. First we have overexcitement and barking/bouncing when she sees another dog. Second we continue to struggle with getting her to ignore other people. She wants to say hello to everyone. We have been keeping a log of all her public training.

[@magellanish]

I'd loooove you to talk about how to progress with the relaxed hotzone! i mean, we are having some problems on how to teach our dogs to realx when they are in the hotzone. They have amazing hotzone but they are always in a "working state of mind", they dont realxa. How can you progress it to "be relaxe, so I can cut your nails, or massage your body..". I'd love to hear more about it

[@lindawalsh5150]

I LOVE your podcasts!!! I watch them on KZbin and learn so much with each one. I have a wonderful, 4 month old Australian Shepherd pup. He is SO smart and has learned so much good and fun stuff (besides doing well with sit, stay, down, place, wait, letting me brush his teeth, fool with his paws and ears, etc, he loves getting on the skateboard, he rings wind chimes on cue, and he reliably rings a doggie doorbell when he needs to go out to potty). My interest in a podcast topic: the challenge of his innate herding behavior. Our pup will have episodes where he suddenly gets aroused (not every time but it’s not uncommon: during outside walks - at his age, we do 15-20 minutes twice a day-on our property; and in the house, when my husband walks through the room or sometimes when I’m taking him out to potty. It occurs off or on leash). He’s not aggressive. He’ll hit our legs with his nose, or may nip, or when real excited will grab our clothes (pants or shirt). Sometimes his behavior just shows it’s time for a nap, but other times he just does it. If I have a stuffed toy in my hand, I give it to him to grab before he has a chance to herd. He also plays with moving toys (eg “Giggle ball”) that he can use for a herding outlet. I understand that he is teething, which aggravates his inclination to grab stuff. I would like some pointers on how to guide him so that his behavior is more appropriate for living with people. When we go to visit our grandchildren (ages 4 and 6) this summer, I don’t want to worry about his grabbing their clothes or little legs. And I would also like to preserve our legs and clothes.

[@vickydimitriou6156]

I’ve found our girl goes into crazy moments so mostly she goes to her crate for morning & afternoon nap in crate because she is tired and she gets into a weird mood bite her foot or tail, & it’s the best she way better at listening and not so crazy. 😅

[@vaniaboulet6853]

Great topic and good reminder for record keeping!

[@lindadawson1753]

I’d be really interested in how to manage barking, in particular alarm barking at windows.

[@melissap8929]

Always love your podcast. It would be great if you could talk about dealing with excessive barking at window and at other dogs. Thank you! You deserve a million subscribers!

[@user-ut5dg7gd9j]

I have fought that for years and years but u r sooooo right

[@nancydesroches3439]

I am a first time dog owner and am so happy that I was introduced to Susan and the Recallers program. Thanks to the team’s advice, I am now working with an animal vet behaviourist for my chihuahua’s anxiety issues. It has definitely been a learning experience! Writing things in a journal definitely helps to show me the progress we are making during the many times that I felt that I was going no where!

[@dorotabetakova9796]

I love This topic so much ❤️ thank you for all your episodes 🙏

[@jesstheresaroth]

SUBSCRIBED! I've been listening to your podcasts for a few months now, and I just ADORE you, Susan! Your candidness and spunkiness always make me smile...EVERY TIME! Thank you for being...YOU! You have helped me IMMENSELY with our 3 dogs. We have two 5yr old terrier mix small doggies....and welcomed home our Java (6.5 month old Goldendoodle) this past fall. I found you around the Holidays, and I've never looked back! Super inspired. I'm obsessed with positive-reinforcement puppy training. It's a game-changer. You are my most favorite (and entertaining!) trainer to follow!

[@patdorrris6021]

My dogs barking when someone comes down the driveway and then chases the car. The bark hurts my ears! He won’t stop because he is so excited.

[@heathervenkat1414]

I will start tracking in a daily journal for my puppy. Thank you!

[@loriphillips5715]

I would love to hear you speak about how to deal with demand barking especially during training. My BC did this when he was younger, but it stopped when I turned away and ignored him. Now he is almost 11 and it has started again, but just getting worse! Thank you!! Love all your podcasts and beyond!!

[@KarlaandZac]

Emergency stop or recall, possibly with whistle. Loved this episode, I’m bad at journaling

[@sakka0]

This couldn't come at a better time. We are working on counter conditioning and desensitization kibble resource guarding. Just kibble, occasionally an object she fixes on, but primarily kibble. Since October, our now 9 month old puppy rushes and barks at us (has snapped) if we move/shift around her when her food is out. A switch just flips in her brain. When she finishes eating, her mood is completely normal. I have read Jean's book and we are consulting a trainer and working through it, but it can be discouraging and scary. Thanks for the record keeping- I have been keeping records of incidents- but good to recognize and remember to celebrate good choices too.

[@katherinecollmer1094]

Win and I are beginning a new program to address his barrier frustration with noises, people, and dogs outside of the house. Thanks to your wonderful experts (Sharon:), I am watching this video to help me see the value in record keeping. Although I KNEW there was value, I wasn’t taking the time to record daily and look for patterns. Thank you for sharing this information. I’m dedicated to journaling starting today.

[@maxinewongsee4307]

A suggestion for a topic, from me, would be Lead Aggression - my Border Collie is generally really friendly but when he is on a lead he can become 'reactive' and start lunging/barking at other dogs.

[@caitlin1662]

I love this. And thanks so much for the resource guarding tips. I also want to say that I never leave one of your videos feeling disappointed or like I didn't get what I came here for. So thank you. All too often, I'll click on a video with a catchy or seemingly helpful title and come away frustrated or feeling like I got jipped.

[@emilieglaw4538]

Love this!!! I would love to talk more about crate training and leash manners

[@judydugan813]

More valuable information! Your programs are the greatest!

[@juliedunn2340]

Alarm barking is a major issue with my older dog. With him I can’t “make it rain” because of resource guarding at times

[@lynne-sheltiesrock2322]

What worked for my Sheltie was calling him over and cheerfully telling him what a good boy he was for saving us all from some terrible monster outside and handing him high value treats. He finally relaxed when he realized that I appreciated him for telling us that a "wolf was near the sheep!" If you have to, gate the other dogs away from you, so there are no resource guarding issues while you're training this.

[@nancyhooper1742]

@@lynne-sheltiesrock2322 Thanks, you gave me a Great ideal for my Gemma who has same problem and resource guarding which now that I know what it is will help her to stop it. Thanks again ❤❤

[@nancyhooper1742]

Was driving when first listening to this so had to rewatch so can write down what to do and glad I did for the replies you got helped too . Great podcast as always. Can't get enough of your trainings ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐❤❤❤❤

[@pascaleburnet7583]

I do not have any specific subject for your You Tube Live because every time I listen to your podcasts or read your blog or watch bonus videos on your different online program I get "Haha" moments and gems :)

[@dogsrgodsspelledbackwards3340]

This was another great podcast by the one and only Susan Garrett. I just celebrated my first month with my new pup. She’s now 7 months old today and I am working on her stays and recalls. She is deaf and that’s a topic I am hoping to see you cover . Until that time, I’ll be catching you on the topics you’ve got planned . I have a multi dog house and there is a 14 yr old BC who has been showing signs of being unhappy or stressed when the two youngest dogs are playing. He gets really upset that they are ruining his sleep or whatever. I’m not a dog so I can’t really know, but I’m good at guessing. I know it may seem odd to feed that dog when he shows any behaviour that are emotionally charged but it’s starting to settle him down. I have not been journaling these episodes but I am doing it first thing tomorrow. Thanks for a great podcast.

[@lynne-sheltiesrock2322]

Wonderful information, as always!!! Thank you, Susan! * * * * *

[@fiatcreations4763]

I'd love to know how to PREVENT a dog/puppy from doing something they shouldn't be doing. Like.... chewing, barking, eating "kitty brownies", etc. I'm learning so much about how to train them to DO what we want them to...

[@DogsThat]

Hi @fiatcreations, what a great note, here's a video to help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/naWuqqNoopKFgc0

[@barbaraaguitas6286]

My issue is while walking. I live in town, dogs charging and barking at their fences trigger my rough Collie, to bark back. It's at the point, if we have to pass those areas, my boy initiates the barking before we get there. In this frame of mind, food is useless.

[@DogsThat]

Hi Barbara, we have a playlist all about the emotions of dogs to help: kzbin.info/aero/PLphRRSxcMHy2cY7Fg3MLUaobkSdnVx0jt

[@barbaraaguitas6286]

@@DogsThat thank you

[@anna7bel1]

Ditto on the nap! And bedtime.

[@stonefuzz]

Hello, Susan! I am confused: doesn't giving a cookie when the dog is growling reinforce the growling itself? How does the dog know it's being rewarded for spotting another dog and not for growling? Thank you very much for everything, it's been a pleasure to follow your work.

[@DogsThat]

Hi and thank you! Here's an older Vlog where Susan explains more on this subject: susangarrettdogagility.com/2018/06/body-language-fear-and-aggression/

[@auroraauwen6654]

Please talk about barking in your live. I have a pug that is reactively barking ALOT. Her triggers are noises outside, dogs, and knocking on the door. She does seem to be in a fearful, anxious state. When there is a noise or dog barking and she does NOT bark I have been giving her high value treats. When she barks I have been ignoring it. Previous I had used a spray bottle but have decided to do a positive only approach. I have looked at alot of videos and would really love to hear your approach

[@rachell4307]

Hi Susan! You’re amazing and I so appreciate your episodes! I tell everyone I can about you! I would love to see a video about how to train a dog to hold and carry a toy in his mouth (end goal being I want to teach my dog to clean up his toys ;P) thank you for everything!

[@mostlymischief59]

I would love to hear you talk about separation anxiety (when leaving the house as well as just leaving the room) and things people can do to prepare their puppy or dog to be well behaved for the groomer.

[@elenac6034]

I have to confess it is super hard to motivate myself to keep records on my dogs behaviour =) but i am curious to try. Regarding topics to be discussed during the live i would be interested in the following: how to help my dog calm down before going for a walk, my dog keeps pulling towards other dogs when we are leash-walking and i would love him to stop doing it (this pulling sometimes triggers his leash reactivity).

[@barbaraschlessinger4002]

Our 6 yr. old rescue Maltese mix has become a bit aggressive to other dogs she doesn't know. Walking her in the neighborhood or the park is turning into a battle each time. What can we do to get beyond this?

[@PeakWisdomMedia]

I need to know how to get the puppy to like others in the household. She's all over me & we're doing Recallers but she won't approach my husband or daughter, runs to her crate if they approach her, etc. They feed her, give her kongs, lick mats, "cookies", look away, back up to her, etc... to no avail. What more can we do?

[@marycostigan8535]

I would love some guidance on barking from a closed window at dogs and people!

[@DogsThat]

Hi @marycostigan8535 we have a video to help kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGO5XmaAqK1-rKc

[@marycostigan8535]

@@DogsThat thank you so much!!!

[@rosenzel]

I'd love to hear your thoughts on muzzle desensitization and appropriate use

[@rosebud71wilcox61]

The one time my dog will act out is after had has been with me alone all day, then someone comes in the house. He not only jumps on people, he begins to get into things he is not supposed to have clothes from the hamper, off the bed, off the couch, just whatever she could access. But only when somebody comes around. Any ideas on what might be wrong?

[@DogsThat]

Here's a podcast episode with insights to help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmPRZqt9d9qJnqc

[@azogal53]

You need data to make wise decisions for your dog. Focused record keeping helps you get there! Another 5 cookie podcast 🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪

[@evelyncarter2358]

My dog never does the games like the demo dogs. Could the games be shown using a new to recallers dog?

[@RaptorsGirl]

Evelyn almost every game was done by a new Recallers handler, I just coached them through it. Video you doing the game and compare the mechanics, if things seem off and you can't pinpoint it then post that video into the classroom for us to help you.

[@Shine888]

How to deal with puppy biting?

[@DogsThat]

Hi Sandeep, Susan has two podcast videos to help. Help! How do I STOP Puppy Biting?! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIjTd5iff7qrirM 4 Puppy and Dog Training Games for Acquired Bite Inhibition kzbin.info/www/bejne/fp6uhqltpbaMh7c

[@zeldarizing]

What Should I be saying to my puppy when he tries to eat EVERYTHING when we take a walk? Am I just to pull him away by collar and give him a treat? Or try to just keep moving? I know I am not supposed to say “leave it”. Thanks!

[@DogsThat]

Hi Zelda, Susan has two podcast videos that will help. Stop Your Dog Pulling on Leash and Start Walking Together kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIKlpZd3pN2efMk Using a Head Halter on a Dog, Why My Approach is so Different kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4nUqo2Prbagg7M

[@cindyoreilly2796]

Wait!!! What would you do if the dog was resource guarding against you??????

[@inezhoffman3807]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@natharien01]

Yes it would…😊 I have a Goldendoodle F1b Black Roxie. i put a vidéo instagram… it show how she was like a babe last july….2022 4 mounts. ✌️🇨🇦😂

[@emelineforbes1985]

Barking

[@ilfautdanser9121]

sorry, but i just can't not: the word you're looking for is _incidents_

[@RFRP]

Topic for the future: car chasing.

[@DogsThat]

Susan has a podcast video for when motions is a distraction that's a great help, here's the link for you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGrLiX6CeLBjeck

[@tgtg4512]

5 days ago we rescued a 3yo, medium mix dog. He lived on the street or kennel before the adoption. He doesn't know what a leash is. I'm trying to teach him to walk on a leash. He walks close to me and tries somehow to cut me off. I'm afraid I can fall. How can i keep him a foot away from my leg? My arm is hurting after each walk!😖

[@jenniferreesdavies3353]

barking

[@DogsThat]

Hi @jenniferreesdavies3353, Susan has a wonderful KZbin Playlist all about barking --> kzbin.info/www/bejne/noWWmaWkZbaNr6c&pp=gAQBiAQB (Sarah - DogsThat)

[@sharonblaszak]

My puppy gets ramped up and can’t seem to calm back down. He then bites. Yelping and freezing isn’t helping.

[@watchmoivies123]

Help dogs stop jumping on people. I have been a trainer for 20 years and have never seen Jumping so bad with my new young dog. He thinks everyone loves him and needs to visit. I am trying to have him sit and feed feed feed But I see in his eyes he would rather go visit. Sorry so long