Positive Behaviour

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For fellow dog owners: Yesterday I was walking my dog Higgins and we were attacked. Let me first start by saying that I own a Doberman. I am fully aware of the... breed characteristics and their potential to cause harm. With respect to that, I take my responsibility as a dog owner VERY seriously. Higgins was in training with a reputable trainer from the second day I had him, and I have been extreme in my consistency and commitment to his obedience and activity level every day I’ve owned him. Rain, snow, sleet or shine, I am out with my boy walking, running & socializing. That being said, Higgs is 6.5 years old and is a dream dog. I regularly take him to the garden centre, Homesense, Petsmart, heck...he has even gone with me to my own hair appointment and spent hours in Langley Hospice bedside to my mother the day prior to her passing. He has had numerous pack walks, private lessons and has been selected as a demo dog with pups and even aggressive cases big and small. He is very well trained and is our love bug and family member. He is with me all day, every day. I am aware however, that due to our bond, he is extremely protective of me. He is NOT an aggressive dog, but I know for sure that this dog would lay down his life for me if he felt I was in danger. One of the wonderful reasons I chose a Doberman. Protect the yard, protect us. I am NEVER lonely or afraid. He is awesome. So we started our usual walk heading up the street from our house. Leashed and in a perfect heel, we were in stride together and I was enjoying the sunshine and my e-book. A neighbour was approaching us with his two dogs that are consistently aggressive and straining at the end of their extended leashes & wearing their body harnesses. I decided to take the opportunity for more training with my boy. I spun with him in heel position and asked him to sit on the grass beside the sidewalk to which I was standing. So now I was between him and the other dogs, and he could not make eye contact with the pair. He was paying them NO attention, (the point of the exercise) and they were about 30 feet from us and straining against their leashes growling and barking. I looked up and saw one of the French bulldogs get free from his harness and was racing toward us. I’ve always known that if we were challenged, I may need to drop my leash and let Higgy handle it, but this dog was only 25-30 pounds and I know that with one bite, Higgy could really hurt the dog, if not kill it. So I held him tight at my left side, and once that dog challenged us, I kicked it with the side of my right foot in an attempt to get it away from Higgins. This happened OVER AND OVER for a couple of minutes, the bulldog was relentless and extremely aggressive. Meanwhile, my dog was basically strung up at my side by his neck. The man was trying to get to his dog but was losing control of the second dog too. Just then, my glove slipped and Higgins was able to get a bead on the dog. He reached down and held him by his head, not making a puncture, but immobilizing the dog until I could get control again. Meanwhile the guy was scared for his dog seeing Higgins hold it, and got closer allowing his second dog to start attacking Higgins from behind. I saw this, booted the first dog from Higgins hold, and dragged Higgins from the second dog’s attack. Eventually, the first dog was tiring, and the guy was able to get his hand on its back. I then ran around a nearby neighbour’s open gate and hid behind the fence with Higgy. Higgins was choking and gasping trying to catch his breath. He then did what I was most impressed with.... he laid down. Anytime there is something off or something I don’t want him to be a part of, I have asked him to down. Even if it’s a simple thing like losing his ball under the fence, he must down. It is our shut off command. The man was now on his side laying on the concrete trying to hold his two dogs. Just then, another neighbour came outside and asked if we needed some help. I said Yes, please help him leash his dog! The guy started to cross the street slowly and surveying the situation he had the nerve to ask Did your dog attack his dogs? I said, No! His dog slipped his harness and attacked us! How’s that for stereotyping. So frustrating. Anyways, they got it leashed and the man started to hobble home. I yelled to him that I was sorry for kicking his dog, but the alternative of me dropping my leash would have been much worse. He said yeah, it’s ok. He (or the other neighbour) did not ask if I was okay, if my dog was hurt or even apologize for the attack. So I’m left with a bruised and scraped right shin, and was very rattled and stressed all day. Higgy is fine. I am posting this to share a few things: * Body harnesses are not foolproof. They need to be properly fitted and the dog should still wear an identifiable collar. * Extend-a-leashes are ONLY good for well behaved NON-AGGRESSIVE tiny dogs, or never at all in my opinion. * Don’t immediately place blame on the big black dog * MOST IMPORTANTLY - keep up on your training. Higgy was attacked and was able to completely shut off and down obediently IMMEDIATELY following the incident ....with the offenders only feet away and still straining to get to him. We’ve done tons of drills ‘amping him up’ and ‘shutting him off’, and lots of impulse control for these exact moments when we may need them. All the work paid off today. Special thanks to Alison Lammers of Positive Behaviour dog training that got us working on these foundational tools from puppyhood. And most of all, thanks to my boy Higgy for handling that attack like a champ. Coolest dog ever. I hope I am never put in the position where I need to drop the leash and let him manage the situation. That French bulldog got lucky today. The incident was in no way our fault. I know that accidents happen, but it is up to us as responsible dog owners to prepare and not put our dogs or others in a dangerous situation. Just because a dog is small, doesn’t mean it is not a threat or dangerous to others. I am a proud Dobermom.

Playtime after training

Marmalade and her mother on their first leash lesson together. She had 2 private sessions with me first and of course my foundation work in place prio to walking sessions. Then its so much easier for owner and dog to learn the teqnique and walk in harmony with this formula. Plus step by step and not overwhelming the pup with big distractions until a few days of proper preparation is taken. On this 3rd walk Marmalade even handled a large off leash dog running around and at her with only 2 pulls. Way to go girls

Spice was extremely nervous and reactive aggressive at the start. But 1 month later she is at Granville island with confidence and fantastic obedience. Even in bust crowded spaces. A strong foundation of love and respect goes a long way in properly preparing them for further challenges. Create and crontol instead of avoidance and correction is the Positive Behavior way.

Puppy training at Positive behavior. Learning safety and front door manners. Greating and leaving the door. A strong foundation is the key to success. If this is how you would like your puppies manners to be even with no treats then give us a call. Only 2 spots left.

Bear had a fantastic first day.

Before and after 30 min session

Are you ready to have a dog that simply respects his leash boundaries instead of buying harnesses and equipment that doesn't work and that can actually harm your dog. Sick of non stop treats and avoidance? The mind is our most powerful tool. Come discover a whole new approach that works and creates and positive mindset. Message me today.