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5 Body Postures: A Dog is Asking For Space

Aggression, Certified Dog Trainer, Dog Training, Dominance, Leash Frustration, Leash Training, Pets, Rescue Dog, Safety, Training / By Judy Moore

If humans better understood dogs body language then we would have less dogs resorting to a bite when they feel stressed or threatened. We see several cues that this scared boy does not want to be touched. Signals that are asking for distance are often very subtle.

Level 1 distance Cues:
1. Dogs body is leaning away from the approaching hand.
2. Dogs paw is raised in a submissive manner.
3. Head is moving away asking for increased distance.
4. Eyes are avoiding the stranger
5. Mouth is closed, rather than open and relaxed.

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Fight or Flight Response in Dogs?

Aggression, Certified Dog Trainer, Crate Training, Dog Training, Dominance, Leash Frustration, Leash Training, Pets, Positive Reinforcement, Rescue Dog, Training / By Judy Moore

On a recent trip, I found myself in a nice hotel lobby visiting friends. I decided it was time for “goodbyes” so I headed for the elevator. When the door opened, there were three rather imposing-looking men standing along the back wall. I froze for a second! Do I get in and turn my back

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Why Does My Dog Do That?

Barking, Certified Dog Trainer, Dog Training, Reaction, Rescue Dog / By Judy Moore

Do you ever wonder why your dog performs certain behaviors or motor patterns? I sure have! For example: Why does my dog roll on smelly things? Why does my dog shake his toy? Should I be worried if my dog stalks his playmate? Why does my dog guard his bones? Specific behaviors that are unique

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Positive Reinforcement Training is Best

Aggression, Dog Training, Pets / By Judy Moore

Interesting study reported in Psychology Today. I am not surprised by the findings — just further confirmation of my Training approach. Judy Moore The Effect of Training Method on Stress Levels in Dogs | Psychology Today Discipline-based training increases stress levels in dogs. At a dog training seminar that I attended recently I

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Canine Body Language Seminar

Certified Dog Trainer, Dog Training, Pets, Positive Reinforcement, Puppy, Rescue Dog, Safety / By Judy Moore

Presented by Judy Moore ACDBC Associate Certified Dog Behavior Consultant When: Saturday, January 4, 2014 Where: Poetic Gold Farm 7 Trillium Lane, Falmouth, ME Time: 10am- noon Fees: Dogs attending for evaluation $75 Attendees for audit $25 I’ll

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Soft Mouth

Certified Dog Trainer, Dog Training, Pets, Positive Association, Puppy, Rescue Dog, Training / By Judy Moore

I often visit families with a puppy that is biting much too hard. Puppies use their mouths to play, explore, taste and chew, so it is important that we teach them to use a soft mouth when they touch our human skin. Giving your puppy feedback is essential, so tell your puppy when it hurts,

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Forming Habits

Certified Dog Trainer, Dog Training, Pets, Positive Reinforcement, Rescue Dog, Training / By Judy Moore

Did you notice your dog chose to potty on the deck, patio, or step with this latest snow storm or rainy day? Many dog owners feel this setback in behavior with potty habits even in older dogs. Rain is simply a negative reinforcer to some dogs, in other words, they want to avoid it, hence

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