How to Train a Rescue Dog with Behavior Problems #78

When you bring a rescue dog into your family, you want your dog to settle in and be home for life. There are five key things you can do to set your new rescue dog up for success. These tips apply to all dogs! Often rescue dogs might have behavior issues, but you can help with good training and by creating clarity and structure for the new member of your family.

In the episode you'll hear:
• The biggest mistake you can make with a rescue dog.
• Why we want to change patterns of behavior rescue dogs might have.
• About the honeymoon period when a new dog enters your family and settles in.
• What our rescue dog Tater Salad was like when he came home.
• The 5 keys to having success when you rescue a dog.
• Why to give your rescue dog a new name for a new life.
• How to prepare for your dog arriving home and what you need.
• About having a daily schedule for your rescue dog.
• Why not to take anything at face value until you get to know your dog.
• How to keep a journal for your rescue dog.
• Why to get real and get honest and to believe your dog.
• About creating daily clarity for an amazing life for a rescue dogs.
• Why playing ItsYerChoice (IYC) will lift a weight from your dog.
• About the importance of focusing on the awesome!

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Resources:
Podcast Episode 6: The Art of Manipulation -    • The Art of Manipulation #6  
Podcast Episode 27: Do Dogs Need Rules? -    • Do Dogs Need Rules? #27  
Video Blog: Help! My Dog Hates His Nails Cut ... What Do I Do? - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/20...
Podcast Episode 70: Critical Info for Your Puppy’s First Day and Night at Home -    • Critical Info for Your Puppy's First Day a...  
Podcast Episode 13: Naming Your Puppy or Dog -    • Naming Your Puppy or Dog #13  
Podcast Episode 30: Why Dog Crates Are Not Dog Cages -    • Why Dog Crates Are Not Dog Cages #30  
Podcast Episode 40: Using a Head Halter on a Dog, Why My Approach is so Different -    • Using A Head Halter On A Dog, Why My Appro...  
Podcast Episode 58: How to Create Kid Friendly Dogs and Dog Friendly Kids -    • How to Create Kid Friendly Dogs and Dog Fr...  
Podcast Episode 72: Preventing Dog Aggression: Introducing Dogs or Puppies with Project Togetherness -    • Preventing Dog Aggression: Introducing Dog...  
Podcast Episode 24: Help for the Dog who Chases Chipmunks, Bicycles, and the Neighbor’s Cat -    • Distraction Intensity Index: Help For Dogs...  
Podcast Episode 32: 20 Easy Ways to Exercise Your Dog at Home Podcast -    • 20 Easy Ways to Exercise Your Dog at Home #32  
Podcast Episode 71: Pro Dog Trainer’s Secret to Help Your Naughty Dog -    • Pro Dog Trainer’s Secret to Help Your Naug...  

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Susan Garrett’s interest in animal behaviour started at the University of Guelph where she earned a Bachelor of Science majoring in Animal Science. Since then she has developed into a preeminent dog trainer and canine sports instructor and competitor. Susan is one of the most successful agility competitors of the last three decades. She has won multiple Gold Medals at National or World Championship events with every dog she has ever owned over the past 30 years.

A natural teacher and an entertaining speaker, Susan is world renowned as a leading educator of dog trainers. Her understanding of how to apply science-based learning principles to both competitive and family pet dog training has been pivotal in changing how dogs are trained.

Susan is now helping many thousands of dog owners in 132 countries have the best relationship possible with their dogs. The real joy for her comes from bringing confidence to dogs and their owner through playful interactions and relationship building games that are grounded firmly in the science of how animals learn.
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