When we are at the beginning of our training journey and want to build solid foundations, it's imperative that we make the sessions as easy as possible for the dog to succeed. In this episode, Ness discusses the best way to do this and what to look out for in your dog's life. And remember, just because you may not perceive something as stressful, it doesn't mean your dog is okay with it! Don't forget to check out my easy step-by-step program, featuring a specialized training app to help...

Dog guardians are often told to ignore their dogs for 5 minutes when they walk in the door. In this episode, Ness explains why she doesn't agree with this and gives some tips on what to do instead. Don't forget to check out my easy step-by-step program, featuring a specialized training app to help you move forward. You can do that on this link - https://www.decodingyourcanine.com/membership Join the Facebook group here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/sepanxdecoders --- Send...

It's easy to get worried about how your dog will cope with your absence before you even step outside the door. The problem is, your stress will influence how your dog deals with the situation. With that in mind, in this episode, Ness provides some insight to some things you can do and say to put a smile on your face and help you stay calm - and this, in turn, will flow on to your dog's emotional response to home alone time! Don't forget to check out my easy step-by-step program, featuring a...

Some dogs are triggered by your exit point (eg door) and this is one leaving cue that you absolutely cannot avoid! In this episode Ness discusses how to factor in the door to your training and what other options there might be to address a dog's fear history around the exit point. Don't forget to check out my easy step-by-step program, featuring a specialized training app to help you move forward. You can do that on this link - https://www.decodingyourcanine.com/membership Join the...

What should you do if your dog becomes stressed before you even step a foot outside the door? Don't worry I have a plan for this. It starts with understanding what triggers your dog specifically and then layers those triggers in carefully and mindfully so they never panic! Don't forget to check out my easy step-by-step program, featuring a specialized training app to help you move forward. You can do that on this link - https://www.decodingyourcanine.com/membership Join the Facebook...

In this episode Ness takes us into the world of canine body language and how dogs express themselves, particularly if they are feeling anxious. If we have a clear understanding of what our dogs are trying to tell us then we can use this in our training and return to them before they go over threshold. The book mentioned in the podcast episode is by Turid Rugaas and is called On Talking Terms With Dogs: Calming Signals. It can be purchased online. Don't forget to check out my easy...

In this episode Ness explains the importance of never leaving your dog alone until it can cope with your absence. It might sound counter-intuitive but it's actually the quickest way to build time! And don't worry ... it's not forever!! Don't forget to check out my easy step-by-step program, featuring a specialized training app to help you move forward. You can do that on this link - https://www.decodingyourcanine.com/membership Join the Facebook group here -...

Using a live camera feed to watch your dog during a home alone absence is essential to successful training. In this episode Ness discusses camera options, why we need them and getting creative with placement. Don't forget to check out my easy step-by-step program, featuring a specialized training app to help you move forward. You can do that on this link - https://www.decodingyourcanine.com/membership Join the Facebook group here -...

In this episode Ness explores thresholds, what they are, why they are important and how to apply to them a training scenario. Don't forget to check out my easy step-by-step program, featuring a specialized training app to help you move forward. You can do that on this link - https://www.decodingyourcanine.com/membership Join the Facebook group here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/separationanxietyindogsdecoded --- Send in a voice message:...

In this episode, Ness explores some of the causes of separation anxiety and how they might impact your dog. Don't forget to check out my easy step-by-step program, featuring a specialized training app to help you move forward. You can do that on this link - https://www.decodingyourcanine.com/membership Join the Facebook group here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/separationanxietyindogsdecoded --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ness-jones/message

In this very first episode, Ness discusses what separation anxiety is, and also what it isn't. What do dog guardians have to deal with when they have a dog displaying separation anxiety? Don't forget to check out my easy step-by-step program, featuring a specialized training app to help you move forward. You can do that on this link - https://www.decodingyourcanine.com/membership Join the Facebook group here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/separationanxietyindogsdecoded --- Send...