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Consultation Summary Video Series

Chapter 1: Introduction

  • Our primary goal and our reason for existing (0:56)
  • Our rationale for creating this video series (0:52)
  • A little bit about us, our own dogs and how we started training dogs (1:29)
  • What we were up to before Art of the Dog Canine Academy (2:15)
  • Our Core Values (3:00)
  • Integrity (3:24)
  • Excellence (3:46)
  • Safety (4:32)
  • Kindness (5:19)

Chapter 2: Balanced Training Explained

  • Our primary goal and our reason for existing (0:56)
  • The landscape of the dog training industry from our perspective (2:10)
  • Balanced training explained (5:14)
  • A brief explanation as to why we use prong collars and e-collars (6:26)
  • Every decision we make is done so with your, and your dog’s best interest at heart (9:31)
  • The critical difference between dogs who might understand concepts from those who, in addition to understanding them, are able to reliably comply even in distracting situations. Obedience cannot be contingent. (10:00)
  • For a training program to be successful, you must be completely comfortable with the philosophy of whomever you decide to work with (10:28)
  • Why we only do board-and-trains (11:20)

Chapter 3: The Operant Conditioning Quadrant

  • Overview of Operant Conditioning Quadrant (1:10)
  • Clarification of what the terms “positive and negative reinforcement” mean (2:10)
  • Explanation of “positive reinforcement” or +R (3:00)
  • Explanation of “positive punishment” or +P (5:20)
  • Explanation of “negative reinforcement” or -R (6:54)
  • Explanation of “negative punishment” or -P (8:32)

Chapter 4: The E-Collar

  • Type of e-collar we use and the technology associated with it (0:24)
  • Brief description of how we introduce the e-collar via the prong collar through a process called “pairing” (0:36)
  • Why we all use e-collars with our own dogs, and why we advocate for their use (2:26)
  • Different ways you might hear other trainers describe the e-collar, and then our perspective (3:06)
  • Setting expectations and replacing bad behaviors with better alternatives (4:24)
  • e-collar myth #1: E-collars make scared and anxious dogs even more scared and anxious (5:00)
  • e-collar myth #2: E-collars can make your dog “shut down” (5:29)
  • e-collar myth #3: E-collars will make your dog aggressive (6:21)
  • e-collar myth #4: E-collars could change your dog’s personality (8:14)
  • Addressing “hot-spots”: What they are, and where they come from (9:06)
  • e-collar myth #5: Only big, strong and tough dogs benefit from e-collars (10:03)
  • e-collar myth #6: E-collars are cruel, don't need to be used and you can get excellent results without them (10:48)
  • e-collar myth #7: E-collars will harm your relationship with your dog (12:49)

Chapter 5: Expectations and Defining Success

  • What you can expect from our training (0:21)
  • Dogs are not robots (1:06)
  • Will your dog’s personality change? (1:37)
  • Removing confusion (2:18)
  • After training can I take my dog off-leash? Are they off-leash trained? (3:26)
  • Why training will make a big difference in your life and relationship with your dog (5:15)

Chapter 6: Aggression

  • What is “behavior modification”? What you can expect, and what you shouldn’t expect (0:58)
  • What is the difference between our “Comprehensive Obedience Program” and our “Behavior Modification Program”? (3:42)
  • What does proper socialization and exposure look like for our aggressive/reactive dog? (6:30)
  • Ulf’s story (8:40)
  • Owning an aggressive dog is like owning the Incredible Hulk (16:28) ❖ Why you must always remain vigilant, and never become complacent with an “aggressive” dog (17:36)

Chapter 7: Fear & Anxiety

  • Won't using an e-collar with my scared/anxious dogs just make things worse? (0:12)
  • How we use e-collars to help fearful dogs begin to confront their fears and ultimately thrive (0:45)
  • While training is crucial to opening doors for you and your dog, it is not a panacea and will not change your dog’s personality (2:08)
  • Floki’s story (2:49)

Chapter 8: Our Training Process

  • Basic information about our program (0:45)
  • Training updates (1:36)
  • Graduation Overview Course (1:46)
  • Training session information (1:58)
  • Crate time and why it is important (2:08)
  • “Teaching phase” vs the “proofing phase” (3:17)
  • Graduation day (3:54)
  • The “AODK9 Homework Packet” (4:23)
  • Our “1-year-long Post Graduation Follow Up Process” and our “Lifetime Commitment” (4:52)
  • Our trainer-to-dog ratio (5:06)
  • Our capacity (how many dogs we have at once) (5:16)
  • How many times dogs are trained per day, and how many total sessions each dog will receive during their stay with us (5:23)
  • Our team and staff (5:33)

Chapter 9: Our Lifetime Commitment

  • Why we are attempting to break the status-quo (0:25)
  • Why having continued support after the 3-weeks ends is vital (1:49)
  • Addressing the fear about the training “not sticking” (2:28)
  • Graduation day and the “landing the plane” analogy (2:59)
  • Our Process
  • “Graduation Overview Course” (4:00)
  • “Graduation” Class (4:10)
  • The “Homework Packet” (4:22)
  • Our Support Team (4:52)
  • Our “1-Year-Long Post Graduation Follow Process” (5:08)
  • Unlimited one-on-one private training for the rest of your pup’s life (6:43)
  • Prepare for your dog to come home, and for there to be a period of hardship as the dogs are reintroduced back home. It’s normal, and we are here to help (8:05)
  • Dogs are individuals and the application of the training will differ from dog to dog (8:55)
  • Ultimately, your dogs will listen and behave to the extent you hold them accountable (9:37)
  • Dog training isn’t a perfect science, and results won’t always be exactly the same from dog to dog. The goal is to help each dog become the best version of themselves, and to help them reach their own full potential (9:50)
  • What does it mean to have realistic expectations? (11:10)
  • Does breed matter in determining behavior? (11:30)

Chapter 10: Safety

  • Communication is crucially important, and we let you know immediately if we see anything deviating from the norm (0:55)
  • While we always strive to keep all of our dogs a portrait of health, and we go through great lengths to keep our academy as safe as possible, we can’t avoid everything. Below are examples of more common issues, and things we do to avoid and alleviate them (1:00)
  • Gastrointestinal upset (typically due to stress) (1:11)
  • The daily health chart and our record keeping (1:55)
  • Weight loss (2:12)
  • Bordatella or “Kennel Cough” (2:43)
  • Hotspots/lick-spots/skin irritation (4:22)
  • Bug bites (5:51)
  • Random cuts or scrapes (6:04)
  • Proactive care and communication vs reactive (6:24)
  • Systems to ensure safety (7:50)
  • Daily weigh-ins
  • Daily feeding charts
  • Daily bathroom breaks and health charts
  • E-collar placement protocol
  • Careful and thorough cleaning regiment
  • Equipment and Crates
  • Clearance system for handling different dogs

Chapter 11: The Muzzle, FAQ, and Conclusion.

  • Muzzle rationale and conditioning (0:45)
  • How does obedience help with behavioral issues? (1:33)
  • Will my dog need to continue wearing an e-collar? Will I need to continue to use it after the training? (2:26)

This video series is dedicated to our beloved friend, Homer and to all the dogs who have helped make our lives and this world a better place.

An image of Homer, our beloved dog at AODK9.

Thanks for watching,
Kindly,
Our entire team at Art of the Dog Canine Academy

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