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Why Doesn’t My Dog Listen?

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Addressing Listening Challenges with Clear Communication and Consistency


Objective:

Identify and resolve the reasons behind your dog’s lack of response by improving training, communication, and meeting their needs.


1. Understand Why Your Dog Isn’t Listening

  1. They Don’t Understand: Commands may not have been taught consistently or clearly.

    (Dogs don't understand English, they understand action equals a consequence)

  2. Distractions: The environment may be too stimulating. Start training in quiet areas - Work up.

  3. Low Motivation: Use high-value rewards like treats, toys, or praise to engage them.

    (Hand feeding food can be very effective -- Recommend Time: 3 weeks)

  4. Unmet Needs: Ensure your dog gets enough exercise, mental stimulation, and rest.


2. Improve Communication

  1. Be Clear: Use short, consistent commands (e.g., “Sit”, “Stay”, "Come", etc.).

  2. Reward Quickly: Reinforce good behavior immediately with treats or praise.

    Reward small steps forward (make it very black-and-white for the dog -- This is right, this is wrong

  3. Use Body Language: Pair commands with clear hand signals and calm energy.


3. Strengthen Training

  1. Return to Basics: Revisit simple commands daily in short, focused sessions.

  2. Practice in Steps: Start in distraction-free areas and gradually increase challenges.

  3.  Avoid Repeating Commands over and over: Say it once and guide the behavior if needed.


4. Build Trust and Leadership

  1. Be Consistent: Follow the same training techniques and routines every day.

    (Refer to other blogs for in-depth training commands on techniques and routines)

  2. Engage Daily: Spend time bonding through play and training.

  3. Stay Calm: Dogs respond best to confident, steady leadership.

    (Only correcting when the dog knows he/she did something wrong. Most of the time dogs do not deliberately disobey, that is why we hit very hard on communication in this blog.)


Key Tips:

• Identify the cause of your dog’s behavior—don’t assume stubbornness.

• Train with consistency, clarity, and patience.

• Keep sessions short, engaging, and rewarding (15-45 min, on the longer end for dogs 1+ years old (this varies on certain dogs)


By meeting your dog’s needs and improving communication, you’ll encourage attentive, reliable behavior.



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