17 episodes
Pups That Play Prairie Pups
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- Kids & Family
Life with a dog should be fun for everyone involved! But sometimes it's hard to know how to teach our dogs the manners they need, provide them with the life they deserve, while still navigating our busy lives. Join host Karen Durham, dog trainer and fur mom, as she shares tips, tools, and strategies to help your pup build good manners, have an enriched life, and how to have FUN every step of the way.
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(#17) Dog Ownership: Vision Vs Reality
We all have an idea of what we would like to look like when we get a dog. Whether that be an adventure partner to go hiking/camping with, a sport dog, or just a family pet who loves to snuggle up on the couch and watch Netflix. But what happens when that ideal vison just doesn't happen? Maybe our adventure dog is reactive or has zero recall. Or maybe our chill pup has endless amounts of energy and no off switch. What do we do?
In this episode you'll hear:
How to understand what your vision for dog ownership is/was, even if you didn't know you had one
Identifying why your vision might not be matching up with your dog owning reality
What you can do to help move towards that dream
I hope you enjoy and stay tuned for some great upcoming episodes!
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Or come connect with me on Instagram @prairie_pups or on Facebook @prairiepups -
(#16) When Training Isn't Working
Do you feel like your stuck with your pup's behaviour? Like what you are doing just doesn't seem to be working? Maybe you're following the advice of a friend or trainer, or doing exactly what worked so well with your last dog, but it's just not getting you the results you hoped. Well what if I told you that there is more than one style of training, and that the one you might be using might not be the right fit for your dog, or the behaviour you are trying to tackle?
In this episode you'll hear:
The 3 different types of training that you will often encounter
How to recognize which one you have been using, and if it might not be the right fit for your dog
Which of the 3 training styles I love and WHY!
PLUS I drop some exciting details on an upcoming project!
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I hope you enjoy and stay tuned for some great upcoming episodes!
Visit us at prairiepups.com
Or come connect with me on Instagram @prairie_pups or on Facebook @prairiepups -
(#15) ON Leash to OFF Leash
Always dreamed of going for off leash adventures with your pup? Wanting to have them follow you around your property with no fear of them taking off? Have amazing on leash skills but the second that leash comes off it's like their brain shuts off and they no longer listen? Going from ON leash to OFF leash can seem like a really intimidating jump, but it doesn't have to be.
In this episode you'll hear:
Why going from on leash to off leash can be so difficult for our pups
The exact 10 step process to get you and your pup to off leash freedom!
I hope you enjoy and stay tuned for some great upcoming episodes!
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Or come connect with me on Instagram @prairie_pups or on Facebook @prairiepups -
(#14) Dogs and Routine
You'll often hear that dogs thrive off of routine. And a lot of people want to know the perfect routine for their dogs. But there is something that can also go hand in hand with routine and our dogs .... STRESS!
In this episode you'll hear:
How having a consistent routine can lead your dog to stress
Why ditching the routine is beneficial for your pup
Tips on how to help your pup break out of routine
I hope you enjoy and stay tuned for some great upcoming episodes!
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Or come connect with me on Instagram @prairie_pups or on Facebook @prairiepups -
(#13) Dealing With Distractions
Distractions are EVERYWHERE in our dogs lives. They're the other dog that they bark and lunge at on leash. The kid riding by on the bike. The squirrel they want to chase, the dog they want to play with. Often those distractions turn our dog into an over excited or over reactive mess that no longer listens. So what are we supposed to do? How do we show them that all those distractions are really none of their business?
In this episode you'll hear:
The #1 way to teach your dog to start ignoring those distractions
The exact 3 step process to marking distractions
The 5 levels of working through distractions with your dog
I hope you enjoy and stay tuned for some great upcoming episodes!
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Or come connect with me on Instagram @prairie_pups or on Facebook @prairiepups -
(#12) Crate Training 101
A crate is an amazing tool for your pup. It provides them with a safe place to rest, and you can leave them alone without worrying about what they might get into while you’re not around. Even if you don’t plan on crating them every time you leave, having a good foundation of crate training helps your pup if they need to stay in a cage at the vet or groomer.
In this episode you'll hear:
Why crate training is such an important skill to teach your dog
How to set your pup up for success
Steps to crate train any dog (no matter age or past experiences)
I hope you enjoy and stay tuned for some great upcoming episodes!
Visit us at prairiepups.com
Or come connect with me on Instagram @prairie_pups or on Facebook @prairiepups