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QuestionAre food-motivated dogs easy to train?Belgin Altundag is a Certified Dog Trainer and the Owner of Happy Doggies Day Care/Day Camp in West Hollywood, California. A passionate animal lover, Belgin is knowledgeable about multiple training styles, including obedience training, problem-solving, activity training, and behavior modification. In addition to being an Animal Behavior College’s Certified Dog Trainer (ABCDT), Belgin has also completed the Training Cesar's Way Fundamentals of Dog Behavior and Training Programs 1 and 2 and is certified by the American Red Cross in Cat and Dog First-Aid.Yes, especially if you're training a dog to go down the stairs. Coax your dog down the stairs with really delicious treats—their food motivation will override the fear!
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QuestionHow do you help a fearful dog?Belgin Altundag is a Certified Dog Trainer and the Owner of Happy Doggies Day Care/Day Camp in West Hollywood, California. A passionate animal lover, Belgin is knowledgeable about multiple training styles, including obedience training, problem-solving, activity training, and behavior modification. In addition to being an Animal Behavior College’s Certified Dog Trainer (ABCDT), Belgin has also completed the Training Cesar's Way Fundamentals of Dog Behavior and Training Programs 1 and 2 and is certified by the American Red Cross in Cat and Dog First-Aid.Focus on coaching and motivating your pup instead of forcing them do something. Remember: your dog will be reading your energy, so radiate plenty of good vibes.
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QuestionHow do you keep your dog from going upstairs?Dr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years.Sometimes the most obvious solutions are the most effective, such as putting a child gate across the bottom of the staircase.
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QuestionWhy is my dog afraid of stairs?Dr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years.To a dog, a flight of stairs can seem like a huge obstacle that is truly terrifying. Think about how you would feel having to scale a set of obstacles where each stage came up to your shoulders.
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QuestionHow do I get my dog to use steps?Dr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years.Take your time and use lots of praise and encouragement. Tasty treats used to lure the dog also help. Start small with a shallow set of steps, and gradually build up to steeper ones.
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QuestionHow do I get my dog to go down stairs?Dr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years.Start by putting the dog on the bottom step and then luring them down with a treat. It helps the dog to feel safe if you pass a support under their belly to hold them up should they slip.
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