Growly Greeters Foundation Skills

Growly Greeters Foundation Skills: Practical Training for Dog Behavior Modification

This course builds upon the knowledge gained in our Is your dog a Growly Greeter? theory course, providing you with practical games and exercises to effectively manage your dog's behavior. Learn valuable video skills to enhance your toolkit for supporting dogs exhibiting stress around other dogs or other triggers.

The course is structured into four key segments:

• Pattern Games: Promote calmness and confidence in your dog through engaging exercises.
• Working Games: Specifically designed to address counter-conditioning techniques for managing reactivity.
• Decompression Games: Focus on recovery and resilience, helping your dog regain composure after encountering a trigger.
• General Skills Games: Useful for addressing underlying stress and valuable for overall dog behavior.

No prior training experience is required, although completion of Is your dog a Growly Greeter? will maximize your learning.

The course features short, demonstrative videos outlining each skill, accompanied by written instructions for a comprehensive learning experience. You'll follow step-by-step guides for each skill.

By the end of this course, you'll be equipped to:

• Support your dog in changing their emotional state towards specific triggers.
• Interrupt your dog before they reach their threshold.
• Facilitate a quick and safe exit when a potential trigger approaches.
• Help your dog recover and relax after stressful encounters.

This course is ideal for handlers seeking to improve their dog's behavior and create a more positive experience for both dog and owner.