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You’re A Dog Whisperer

June 25, 2019 By Guy Lapierre 1 Comment

Building Engagement

Why does my dog behave so differently with you?

This is a question I get asked with every dog that comes in to my day train or board and train program. In these programs I train the dog and then coach their owners how to take over the process. My answer is always the same. I don’t have any baggage with the dog and I immediately set the rules and boundaries the minute the dog comes in.

I define baggage as all the unwanted behaviors that were let to develop into habits over time with a dog’s owners. I’m not pointing the finger at the owner and putting the blame on them, necessarily. In many cases they were told to do what they have tried up until that time. Add to that the simple fact that you don’t know what you don’t know. It’s too easy to point the finger and lay blame. So I don’t.

When a dog is dropped off and left with me to be trained, I’m very fortunate and it gives me a very distinct advantage. The dog doesn’t know me, is in an unfamiliar place, and immediately we implement the routines, rules, and boundaries that will shape the dog into the dog they have the potential to be. I immediately develop a relationship with the dog that is based on leadership and very quickly the dog will start to look to me to help them deal with their struggles differently.

The Art of Attention

I don’t possess the anxieties or frustrations the owner does when the dog struggles and my even keel energy quickly sets the dog at ease. It allows us to develop a relationship based on trust and leadership from day one – without the baggage. If you take into account the fact that I’m a dog trainer and should know how to deal with the issues brought before me, it allows me to gain that trust quickly. Whereas, an owner is trying to figure it out through too much trial and error that leads to confusion and distrust from the dog. The dog learns they need to figure it out for themselves because they don’t believe their owner has the solutions. Again, you don’t know what you don’t know and it is easy to give up on something when it doesn’t work immediately.

So dog trainers are not dog whisperers. Sure, if you want to turn your dog around as quickly as possible then get a dog trainer to train them for you in a board and train type program. The fact that they do this for a living professionally is the reason they will achieve results more quickly and to a higher level. Just like any trade; getting a skilled trade person to do a job versus doing it yourself will typically yield a better, faster result. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t do the job yourself. You just have to learn how to the best of your ability.

Solutions

My advice to those doing it yourself is set yourself up for success and the first step for that is to remove the baggage. You need to flip the switch and reset your dog. That means you have to always be in a position to teach so you can communicate to your dog what is right or wrong to influence their choices to the ones you wish them to make in all the circumstances that demand it. You have to be consistent and the dog must understand the conversation. When you are not in a position to teach, the dog needs to be somewhere where they can’t exercise the decisions you don’t want them to make. I recommend crating them. This sets the rules and boundaries and removes the baggage.

Freedom is earned.

The second step is to employ a training system. First you need to establish a communication system that the dog understands that distinguishes right from wrong. Then you need to teach the dog whatever you will employ in those circumstances outside of those circumstances first. The dog needs to understand everything about the conversation to be successful. If they do then the only variable is the choice the dog is making and that is what you are aiming to influence.

That’s the secret. It isn’t dog whispering at all. Where people often fail is a lack of consistency and failure to control the dog’s environment. People are often looking for a quick fix. They search YouTube and find a video on how to fix something and they try it. When it doesn’t work immediately they try something else. That just confuses and frustrates the dog. It isn’t that the YouTube video was necessarily wrong. There is just a lot more that goes into it then you see in a short video clip. So a lot of information is missing for a full solution. A large part of that is changing how you live with your dog – the baggage.

Calm and Happy

If a board and train program is not in the cards and you are struggling to achieve results on your own, I recommend you hire a professional for private sessions and follow what they are instructing you to do. You are still doing it on your own but with professional guidance and a plan. Another option is a quality video training system that teaches you how to train your dog. Again, you need to follow those instructions and be very consistent to have success.

Need Help?

Regardless of the path you choose to unleash your dog’s potential, I can help you. I offer day train, board and train, private lessons, and an online video series that can train any size, any breed, and any problem. Contact me to find out more or visit my Facebook page to see my training in action.

Guy Lapierre, Certified Professional Dog Trainer.  Unleashed Potential Halifax.

 

Would you like  FREE dog training advice? OR to just learn more about Duke’s philosophy and training steps on how to get your dog to listen and respond to you?  GET ACCESS HERE to his Exclusive, FREE Mini video series  Click Here!! This mini series is not found on Youtube… Get Access Now… You will love the mini series and its Free!! 🙂

To find a UPK9 Trainer near you or to Book your  FREE Demonstration and Consult Click Here

For more information on how you can  purchase Dog Training Genesis and become a member  CLICK  HERE or on the photo below of Duke and his dogs.

ARE YOU A TRAINER LOOKING TO BETTER YOUR SKILLS OR SOMEONE WANTING TO LEARN TO BECOME A DOG TRAINER or JOIN THE UPK9 TEAM ? CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW YOU CAN COME AND TRAIN WITH DUKE FERGUSON

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Lets meet in Jacksonville Florida Feb, 2nd and 3rd! Dog Training Workshop & Coaching One on One with Duke!

January 3, 2019 By Duke Ferguson 18 Comments

Are you in or around Jacksonville Florida? If not then plan that Florida get away and come join me! 

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Hey!! I am heading to Florida for the week to meet with a few trainers and people in need and to have a dog training workshop JUST FOR YOU!! at the Dog Obedience Group of Jax inc. See Facebook page for more info: 

If you’re in that neck of the woods or at least closer than I am traveling from Prince Edward Island ( about 1,800 miles away)  lets get together! I’d love the opportunity to get to meet you and your dog and help you with any issues you may have!

Join me for a 2 day dog training workshop  Feb 2nd and 3rd 9am-5pm Jacksonville Florida & learn how to get the very best out of your dog using the modern day NePoPo® training system.

Location: 4555 Wesconnett Blvd, Jacksonville, Florida 32210

REGISTER BY JANUARY 25th! SAVE  $50 AND GET ENTERED TO WIN 

A E-COLLAR Valued at $300!  keep reading below for more details! 

I am super pumped to work with you! I have spent the past 31 years studying dog training methods and applications from some of the best dog trainers and schools around the world and continue to do so. Incase you did not know, I am also a  Dog Business Consultant, Mentor, Teacher & Coach to many great professional dog trainers around the world and I want to share with you the secrets to my training success.

You can see My bio HERE

Come and learn a modern day, real world, balanced approach that is based on science, mother nature and creativity. Learn to get your dog to respond to you with heart and soul, learn the NePoPo® way!

Imagine what it would be like to have your dog learn to love paying attention and responding to you no matter what, no matter where. What would that be like for you?

Who can attend this workshop?   Professional companion dog trainers & service dog trainers, rescue groups, volunteers & fosters, dog walkers, boarding and training daycare workers, k9 handlers & dog sport enthusiasts who want to better their knowledge and skills and have the dogs perform at a higher level. I also welcome companion pet owners who are in need of help fixing undesired behaviours  and who want to decrease stress, and liability in their life.

There are no special audit spots and working spots so everyone is welcome to bring their dog as this will be a hands on workshop. If you choose not to bring a dog that is fine, you will still have a chance to do some hands on….even if your training a human. 😉

All breeds and all behaviour issues are welcome….including aggression. (muzzles are required for any reactive or aggressive dogs).

“Preparation Homework”  IMPORTANT NOTE!!
ALL DOGS MUST BE HUNGRY, MOTIVATED AND WILLING TO WORK!
All who are attending should watch this 6 video mini series to prepare for this event at the link below.

Free Mini Video Series Sign up.

For the best results make sure you bring the dog hungry, motivated and willing to work. Bring regular meals and  rewards of high value to the dog, like treats and a toy.

**REGISTER BY JANUARY 25th! SAVE  $50 AND GET ENTERED TO WIN A E-COLLAR Valued at $300! **
Early bird Register $550 (US dollars).
Save $50 now!  Win an E-collar!
Tax is included in the price and remember so is your breakfast, lunch and snack….and some great giveaways for all valued form $20 up to $300!!  REGISTER HERE TODAY!
 

The title may be called  “The Art of Attention” and the group focus exercise on day two is just one fun helpful thing we do to get serious attention and control when needed for safety and sanity reasons….BUT… it is not just about having the dog look at you.   This workshop is so much more than that.

It’s teaching you a complete system that creates harmony, clear communication, ignition, hope and a love for all behaviours the dog is to perform for you.

It’s about you learning to successfully condition the dog to willingly and eagerly pay attention to you and what you want the dog to do while giving you heart and soul.

It’s about learning to condition automatic responses and having the dog think and make wise choices.

It’s teaching you a powerful system that enables you to get the most from your dog with the least amount of effort. This system is the reason I named a series of  You Tube videos on Unleashed Potential K9 TV “The Lazy Dog Trainer”.

It’s about teaching you how to build an amazing relationship between you and your dog.

It’s about having life changing experiences, ah-ha moments, taking the system home and implementing it in daily life.

What will you be learning at the Art of Attention workshop? 

  • Understand why dogs do what they do, how they do it and what we need to do about it to help the dog find its advantage.
  • Learn the NePoPo® recipe and tools used.
  • Understanding clear communication and establishing it with the dog.
  • 3 keys of training and shaping behaviours.
  • Pros & cons of positive training.  Pros and cons of using pressure, corrections and punishment.
  • Charging marks, free shaping vs luring and hands-on training exercises with people and then dogs.
  • E-collar conditioning and working hands on with people then dogs.
  • Understanding behaviours as well as how to shape and modify them.
  • One-on-one work with your dog and me.
  • Group work adding distractions.

I fully understand that all people & dogs who are attending will have different levels of experience, different behaviour issues and different goals. I will be sure to work at everyone’s individual level and adjust the training recipe according to each persons and dogs needs.

In past workshops I have trained everything from deaf dogs, blind dogs, children and dogs, older dogs, puppies, people in wheelchairs and those who have other disabilities.

On social media? your welcome to check out the Facebook Event Page Here

If you’re unable attend both days and you want to attend just one day let Anne Baxter know OR if you want to book one-on-one  coaching while I’m in the area then email me personally Today!  duke@upk9.ca

NOTE: Private, one on one training/coaching spots are not part of the event and very limited so they will go very fast!

Know anyone else who would benefit from this event? Please SHARE this and help me reach those people and dogs who are in need of bettering their situation in life.

 If you want more reliability, safety, freedom, joy and peace of mind for you and your dog or your clients then this workshop is a must for you. Do not pass up this opportunity! This is your chance to get 2019 off to a great start!!

!!!! Register Here Today   !!!

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LAZY DOG TRAINER….Having Your Dog Trained to Retrieve is Super Helpful Around The House

November 29, 2017 By Duke Ferguson Leave a Comment

I cant stress enough that having jobs for your dog to do are important. One Job I love to teach my dogs is to retrieve things for me. It is SUPER helpful and I think everyone can benefit form it.

Here is a another video of our Lazy Dog Trainer series.

Be sure to like the video and Subscribe to our channel. IF you would like to see specific videos feel free to comment OR even better send us a message on something you want to see.

The dog in this video is named Taea, She is almost 14 years old and she is retired living up as a lazy pet in the house. I was her 3rd owner at 6 months old and before I got her she was going to be euthanized because she had some issues.  Sadly a Vet who believed in “clicker training ONLY” or the  “death before discomfort” concept  suggested to the previous owners that the dog should be put to sleep…

Taea has been one of the very best dogs I ever owned and I’m glad I rescued her.

Enjoy the video, and If you want more information on how to get your dog to fetch you tings you want contact a Unleashed Potential trainer today!

Got Dog Problems? Do you want help? No matter the size, sex, age or breed We Can Help!

Would you like  FREE dog training advice? OR to just learn more about Duke’s philosophy on dog training?  GET ACCESS HEERE to his Exclusive, FREE Mini video series  Click Here!! This mini series is not found on Youtube… Get Access Now… You will love the mini series and its Free!! 🙂

To find a UPK9 Trainer near you or to Book your  FREE Demonstration and Consult Click Here

For more information on how you can  purchase Dog Training Genesis and become a member  CLICK  HERE or on the photo below of Duke and his dogs.

ARE YOU A TRAINER LOOKING TO BETTER YOUR SKILLS OR SOMEONE WANTING TO LEARN TO BECOME A DOG TRAINER or JOIN THE UPK9 TEAM ? CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW YOU CAN COME AND TRAIN WITH DUKE FERGUSON

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First Place, First Time!! Hunting Dog Retrieve Trial Using Dog Training Genesis Training Videos

November 25, 2017 By Duke Ferguson Leave a Comment

“I started Duke Ferguson’s Dog Training Genesis (Now part of UPX) on line video training course with my 18 month old dog.
My dog is a Hungarian wire haired Vizsla. I am training him to be a hunting dog to compete in hunting tests.
He did have some kind of basic obedience skills before we started all this. But not steady or to a high level needed for competing in these tests.

 

Duke Ferguson gives you all the tools, knowledge and skill to train your dog successfully. It is your job as a dog owner to be consistent in your training and to find a good balance in your dog’s working attitude (keep him happy while training). Dukes training style does exactly that.
My main focus was on steadiness on one hand and swift responses on commands on the other hand. And this should all be off-leash.
While Duke´s program is not a specific hunting dog training program, I found it of no trouble to adapt Duke´s techniques to train a hunting dog. The same principles applied.
After a mere 3 months of training, we entered last weekend our very first hunting working test.

 

45 other dogs entered as well. The goal in this competition is getting all 10 retrieves while the dog remains perfectly steady and off-leash all the time. No barking or peeping is allowed. Touching your dog is a no-no too.
Handling your dog with whistle and hand signals is a must.

 

Result; while my dog was the youngest! dog competing and only 7% of the dogs got all 10 retrieves, my little guy left all the other dogs thinking….
He finished 1st. You can imagine how proud I am of my little guy!

 

Thank you Duke for giving me the right direction.”

 

Eric
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Got Dog Problems? Do you want help? No matter the size, sex, age or breed We Can Help!

Would you like  FREE dog training advice? OR to just learn more about Duke’s philosophy on dog training?  GET ACCESS HERE to his Exclusive, FREE Mini video series  Click Here!! This mini series is not found on Youtube… Get Access Now… You will love the mini series and Yes….its Free!! 🙂

To find a UPK9 Trainer near you or to Book your  FREE Demonstration and Consult Click Here

For more information on how you can join our Unleashed Potential Experience (UPX) and become a member  CLICK  HERE or on the photo below of Duke and his dogs.

ARE YOU A TRAINER LOOKING TO BETTER YOUR SKILLS OR SOMEONE WANTING TO LEARN TO BECOME A DOG TRAINER or JOIN THE UPK9 TEAM ? CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW YOU CAN COME AND TRAIN WITH DUKE FERGUSON

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Dog Training & BBQ (Finding the time)

October 4, 2017 By Duke Ferguson Leave a Comment

Not enough time in a day?

Life is busy, and with all the technology we have today to make our lives easier it seems to take up more of our time.

Do you have trouble finding the time you need to work with your dog? If so then this video might be useful to you and help you get creative.

I made this video to help give you ideas on what you can do with your time and make it efficient so you can spend a little quality time with your dog and get the best of both worlds.

I understand how “BUSY” life can get!  In this video I am BBQing outside of a hotel and working Nitro at the same time.  Im traveling from one of my seminars out of country, back to PEI to meet some student dog trainers who are starting my school.

Hey, Dog Trainers…here is a tip or you. If you want to get business then this is one way to do it. 😉   ENJOY!

Got Dog Problems? Do you want help? No matter the size, sex, age or breed We Can Help!

Would you like  FREE dog training advice? OR to just learn more about Duke’s philosophy on dog training?  GET ACCES HEERE to his Exclusive, FREE Mini video series  Click Here!! This mini series is not found on Youtube… Get Access Now… You will love the mini series and its Free!! 🙂

To find a UPK9 Trainer near you or to Book your  FREE Demonstration and Consult Click Here

For more information on how you can  purchase Dog Training Genesis and become a member  CLICK  HERE or on the photo below of Duke and his dogs.

ARE YOU A TRAINER LOOKING TO BETTER YOUR SKILLS OR SOMEONE WANTING TO LEARN TO BECOME A DOG TRAINER or JOIN THE UPK9 TEAM ? CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW YOU CAN COME AND TRAIN WITH DUKE FERGUSON

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