Preventing Dog Aggression: Introducing Dogs or Puppies with Project Togetherness #72

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Safe, structured introductions for a new rescue dog or puppy will set everyone up for success. When you have two or more dogs, your wish as a dog owner is that they all get along. But sometimes, that just does not happen. Living with multiple dogs should be intentional. We can help by implementing “Project Togetherness” to condition dogs to like and look forward to seeing each other.

In the episode you'll hear:

• When to see a Veterinary Behaviourist. • The times to put your togetherness project plan into action. • About the signs your dog will give to show they are not comfortable with another dog. • Why to recognize your dog’s emotional state. • The importance of paying attention to your dog’s body language. • How dogs don’t need other dogs putting them in their place. • What happens when my dog Feature looks out the window. • About starting Project Togetherness. • When to use a muzzle and why to desensitize your dog to wearing one. • Why to use high value treats that are special. • About the importance of supervision and safety for all dogs. • How to use “Easter Biscuits” as part of Project Togetherness. • What a “Friendship Bed” is and why to use it. • How I use dog mealtimes for togetherness. • Why to record keep and why to know where your dog’s comfort level is with other dogs. • The reason you should celebrate your progress!

Resources:

• 4MyMerles Creations (Shaped by Dog Podcast Hoodie) - https://www.4mymerles.com/product-category/say-yes/ • Podcast Episode 71: Pro Dog Trainer’s Secret to Help Your Naughty Dog - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/71/ • Blog Video: Understanding Your Dog’s Triggers - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2019/01/understanding-your-dogs-triggers/ • Podcast Episode 4: T.E.M.P. (Tail, Eyes/Ears, Mouth, Posture) - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/4/ • Podcast Episode 6: The Art of Manipulation - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/6/ • Podcast Episode 14: Creating Intentional Multi-Dog Household Harmony - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/14/ • Podcast Episode 15: CSI Tips for Managing a Multi-Dog Household - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/15/ • Podcast Episode 68: 3 Easy Tricks Every Dog Should Know - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/68/ • Video: Target Training for Dogs Part Two - Step by Step Training Plan - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqsEEWCXze0 • DogsThat YouTube Channel (Watch Shaped by Dog Podcast Videos and More!) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqsEEWCXze0 Ex-Pen Information: • Ex-Pen: Rover Modular Pet Enclosures - http://dogsthat.com/roverpanels • *Ex-Pen: Plastic 8-Panel - https://geni.us/ex-pen-white • *Ex-Pen: Folding Metal - https://geni.us/ex-pen-metal • Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/K17x8i_Qb9k

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