Sundance - The 10-minute dog training games: quick and creative activities for the busy dog owner

10-Minute
Dog Training Games Quick and Creative Activities
for the Busy Dog Owner Kyra Sundance 2011 Quarry Books Text 2011 by Kyra Sundance First published in the United States of America in 2011 by Quarry Books, a member of Quayside Publishing Group 100 Cummings Center Suite 406-L Beverly, Massachusetts 01915-6101 Telephone: (978) 282-9590 Fax: (978) 283-2742 www.quarrybooks.com All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form without written permission of the copyright owners. All images in this book have been reproduced with the knowledge and prior consent of the artists concerned, and no responsibility is accepted by the producer, publisher, or printer for any infringement of copyright or otherwise, arising from the contents of this publication. Every effort has been made to ensure that credits accurately comply with information supplied. We apologize for any inaccuracies that may have occurred and will resolve inaccurate or missing information in a subsequent reprinting of the book. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 ISBN-13: 978-1-59253-730-3 Digital edition published in 2011 eISBN-13: 978-1-61058-156-1 Digital edition: 978-1-61058-156-1
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CONTENTSCONFIDENCEMENTAL FOCUS Memory & Logic Focus & Self-Control Nose Games Relaxation COORDINATION Hind-End Awareness Balance Jumps Chasing & Catching STRENGTHFOLLOWING DIRECTIONS Directionals Retrieve Nose Touch Pawing You have your friends, your work, your entertainment.
Your dog has only you. You are his life, his love, his everything. DoMoreWithYourDog.comAUTHORS NOTE Your life is full and busy. You have your friends, your work, your commitments, your hobbies and entertainment. Your dog has only you. You are his life, his love, his everything.

Show him your love in return by setting aside special times with him, in which you give him opportunities for enrichment and your undivided attention. As a busy dog owner, you want to make the most of the time you have with your dog. The games in this book are structured to provide a mental or physical enrichment exercise that you and your dog can do together. The games are straightforward, and simple enough that your dog can achieve significant success within ten minutes. Working cooperatively with your dog in a positive way will be a wonderful bonding experience, and your dog will bask in your attention and your pride in him. These 10-minute games will be the highlight of his day! The games in this book are fun activities for your dog, but they are also learning challenges intended to improve your dogs confidence, mental focus, coordination, strength, and ability to follow directions.

You can literally see your dog transform from a fearful dog to a water-confident dog after a ten-minute game of Weenie Bobbing (). Games will boost the intelligence and cognition of your dog as his brain is challenged with new behaviors. Games benefit puppies as well as senior dogs who still need enrichment and opportunities to feel successful. I hope this book helps to enhance your relationship, and gives you some new ways to Do More With Your Dog! Kyra Sundance Bonds are built through shared experiences: physical, mental, and emotional.Dont be so focused on the goal that you miss the joys of the journey!Hes YOUR dog, and his success need only be measured in YOUR eyes.INTRODUCTIONGAMES MAKE A HAPPIER, HEALTHIER DOG The games in this book are more than fun activities. Each of the games presents a learning challenge for your dog that is intended to improve his confidence, mental focus, coordination, strength, and ability to follow directions. A teaching skills box on each game page lists the primary learning opportunities that accompany the game.

These games are intended as a collaborative effort, in which your dog actively works to problem-solve. Refrain from overly controlling your dog, and instead encourage him to experiment. Remember, although these games may look simple to you, they are complex and challenging for your dog. 10 MINUTES! As a busy dog owner, you try to squeeze in quality time with your dog at every opportunity, even if it is only ten minutes before dinner. The games in this book are structured to provide a significant degree of success within ten minutes. These short, fun sessions are ideal for a dog, and the success he achieves at the end will increase his motivation for training.

With over 85 games to choose from, your dog will never bore of training! TRAINING TIPSPositive Training Methods In this book we use positive training methods and a cooperative spirit to build a joyful relationship with your dog in which he is a willing partner in the training process. We instill enthusiasm in the dog by building his esteem and his motivation. Provide a consistent and motivating environment for your dog as you guide him through each new game. Reward each of his small successes along the way and use your happy voice to encourage and praise him. Reward Success, Ignore the rest One of the key skills your dog develops through games is his ability to problem-solve through experimentation. Encourage your dog to try a lot of behaviors and let him know (with a treat) which ones were correct.

When your dog offers a behavior that is not correct, dont say no, but rather simply ignore his unsuccessful attempt. Saying no could discourage your dog and make him reluctant to try anything at all. Food Treats