08.10.2017

Dog Training - Easy to forget the obvious

It can be easy to forget the obvious …
Is your dog tired or hungry?
When your dog is getting tired or hungry he or she is more likely to engage in ‘naughty’ behaviour (sounding familiar human parents?!)
This behaviour can even show itself in hyper active looking actions - like nipping and jumping- to gain your attention.
My advice is to ensure your dog maintains it’s regular feed schedule (the diet also being of high quality) and has somewhere to calm down and rest quietly whilst being encouraged by all to do so.
Has your dog just had enough for now, are they knackered?
Selina McIntyre, Dog Behavioural Consultant, Dogs Best Friend. For more advice, tips and insights visit my Dog Behavioural Blog at www.dogsbestfriend.co.nz