Field trip with Mookie!
He’s an anxious dog that is easily startled by new sights, sounds, and movement. After teaching him a solid foundation using new tools like the ecollar, we’re now working in different locations to create consistency and continue building his confidence. He will fixate and because overwhelmed by triggers which leads to fearful responses like flight or freeze. The ecollar is used to help interrupt these anxious feelings and get him more relaxed and engaged with his handler. We’re using stationary relaxation techniques like the double-down (shout out to The Good Dog Training And Rehabilitation for this method) along with movement and active training sessions to get him into a healthier mindset to follow along. The clear leadership is helping him overcome big challenges like working near a construction site.
Good boy, Mookie! 🐾❤️👏