HOW TO FEED YOUR DOG

Here’s another SIP Dog Training Challenge:
Can your dog listen like this while eating?

The Pooch Coach had to shoot this little video to send to a movie director to see an action we’re trying to create. In doing so, she realized that it is a good lesson for everyone!

While they are eating, you should be able to move your dog’s dish, issue commands, etc. and have them calmly follow instructions. They should not try to quickly swallow all their food, or react negatively in any way. Growling, snapping, etc. needs to be addressed with a behaviorist to ensure your safety! If your dog is only mildly uncomfortable, then you should be able to use some simple tricks to help them get over their tenseness.

Here is a short article on resource guarding and how to address MILD cases:
https://www.poochcoach.com/dog-resource-guarding/

Here is an article on why you should only feed your dog 2 times a day:
https://www.poochcoach.com/how-you-should-feed-your-dog/

And some other generic feeding tips on choosing food quantity and quality:
https://www.poochcoach.com/how-to-feed-your-dog/

Happy & Safe Feeding!