Sometimes you and your dog just want a quick injection of confidence before calmly continuing on your way.
Just like us, dogs react to the world around them, whether with excitement and happiness or concern and fear. Wouldn't it be great if both you and your dog could stay focused and comfortable even when faced with those inevitable little bumps that come up in the road along the way?
You can, with help from Victoria's unique dog training cue, We've Got This! This is a life skill you can use to reassure your dog when the two of you encounter something that is potentially scary or exciting. This skill makes it easier to maintain a feeling of safety and confidence as you and your dog move through life together.
You can see how Victoria teaches this cue in her life skills course: We've Got This!
How to Teach the We've Got This! Cue
- Teach this skill indoors to start out, using small food treats that appeal to your dog.
- Hand your dog a treat, walk a short distance inside the house, then give another.
- Repeat this sequence while saying the cue phrase. Practice in different places around the house.
- Eventually shift practice to outdoors, when distractions are at a safe distance.
See We've Got This! in action. Enroll now to learn and teach this helpful life skill for moments when you and your dog might become overwhelmed by the environment.
