#Thinking Canine Behavior

It’s crazy and kind of funny to me that some people think that human influence has no relevance to whether or not their dog is anxious. Well let me tell you that a lot of the time we are the main reason anxiety happens in dogs. #dog #dogtrainingtips #dogtrainingadvice #dogtrainer

If you are working with dogs in any kind of capacity, then whether you like it or not, you are stepping into a position of leadership. They are looking to YOU for understanding and guidance and if YOU aren’t able to begin by leading yourself and having full control of your own emotions, then you have to go back to square one and start from there. ♥️ The behavioural work we do requires a TON of control and a metric shit tonne of patience. 😅 It’s work we cannot do if we overextended or exhausted. It requires us to constantly pay attention to our own needs and how we are taking care of ourselves so we can properly care for our clients. It may sound dramatic, but more than anything else, dogs are creatures of energy. It’s how they navigate pretty much everything. So if you don’t have your energy right when working with this kind of intense behaviour, you will fail, and you will lead them to fail with you. Do you struggle with keeping your cool when your dog is out of control? We wanna know about it, so tell us in the comments below! ⬇️ • • • • #yyjdogs #doggrooming #doggroomer #yyj #calmdogstudio #dogs #groomer #dogsofvictoriabc #dogtraining #dogbehavior #aggressivedog #reactivedog #dogtrainerlife #balancedtraining #dogtrainingtips #dogtrainingvideos #dogbehaviorist #dogproblems #doganxiety #dogaggression #canadiandogs #dogsoftiktok #dogsofinstagram #viralreels #reelsoftheda #dogcontent #yyjdogs #dogsofvictoriabc

It’s ok for your puppy to be left alone!! In fact, you’re only creating future problems by *always* doing these three things. Your pup may be your baby, but it’s still an animal. Dogs deserve to be taught, trained and fulfilled! Did you see yourself in this video? If so, which one? 👀

Are you making any of these? ❌ Focusing so much on obedience instead of focusing on your dog’s state of mind. ❌ Avoiding stressful environments forever. It’s important to have a plan of action to expose your dog to all sorts of environments so that their world becomes bigger, not smaller. ❌ Not letting your dog struggle to overcome small challenges. This is the only way you can strengthen their resilience. We go through challenges in life and we come out stronger, same for our dogs. ❌ Not using enough management. Management is not cheating. It’s key to limit the repetition of undesired behaviours. It’s also key to help your dog de-stress. ❌ Sticking to a routine. So many sources out there recommend this as a first solution for nervous dogs. This isn’t a good solution. Instead, start mixing things up and give your dog variety so that they learn how to cope with small changes here and there. ‌ PS: If you want to learn how to work on your dog’s state of mind, strengthen their resilience and build their confidence, comment FORMULA and I’ll send you the link to the 4-step proven method over 1000 nervous dog owners have successfully used! #nervousdogs #nervousdog #anxiousdogs #anxiousdogs #anxiousdogsofinstagram #anxiousdogproblems

👀 Could you spot this attack before it happened? What signs did you see? The warning signs are there—but they’re very subtle. 🚨Any mentions of harm to dogs is an instant ban; I’ve got no time for anyone that thinks this dog needs to die - spare us all thanks. ⭐ UPDATE: Hi everyone. I created a breakdown reel that explained this all. I had it pinned for 2 months but it’s time to move on. It’s still in my reels, but no longer pinned. Thank you all for your support 🙏. ⛔ Reminder: Any comments mentioning shooting or harming a dog = instant ban. Let’s keep it civil and focused on learning. #dogattack #dogbehavior #caninebehavior #dogtrainingtips #dogbodylanguage #reactivedog #dogbehaviourist

The dog warned. The human didn’t listen.” #DogsOfInstagram #DogPsychology #DogTraining #KnowTheSigns #PetSafety

What bad thoughts could a puppy possibly have?

Dogs communicate through body language and small sounds, and many behaviors that seem confusing are actually clear signals once you understand them. Some dogs may give a soft growl or grumble when you stop petting them, not out of aggression, but because they’re asking for more attention. This type of “talking” is often paired with nudging your hand, leaning into you, or making eye contact. It’s their way of saying they’re enjoying the interaction and want it to continue. Understanding these mannerisms helps build stronger trust between you and your dog. Pay attention to other signals like a wagging tail, relaxed ears, or a dog gently pawing at you for attention. Learning to read these cues allows you to respond appropriately and keep interactions positive. Dogs may not use words, but their behaviors speak clearly when you take the time to notice them.

Dogs are always communicating. Head tilts. Belly exposure. Yawning. Licking. What looks “cute” is often trust. What looks “random” is often regulation. The more you understand their signals, the better you protect them. Comment FOOD for my safe food list. Follow for real dog psychology. #usa #dogbehavior #dogsofinstagram #dogpsychology #doghealthtips

These 6 calming signals are how dogs manage stress and avoid conflict. It’s always important to observe their overall behavior and look for other signs of stress.💜 #dogbodylanguage #dogtips #dogbehavior #dogtraining

People always ask how we trained them to listen like this. But the real challenge wasn’t about obedience. It was teaching them to wait — without turning them into robots. We wanted our dogs to stay wild in spirit, but calm, patient, and in sync with us. And that took time. A lot of it. Venom was sharp. He locked eyes, read us fast, and learned like lightning. Tanos? Pure joy on four legs. Everything was excitement. He didn’t get why we needed “rules” when we were all together and happy. Demetra had a different story. We adopted her as an adult. She didn’t even notice we existed at first. Earning her attention was a whole separate journey. But we found our way with each of them. By being consistent. By being clear. By making it a routine that felt safe and exciting. That’s why now — even with an open field and all the freedom — they wait. They listen. And when it’s time… they run. Everything that helped us get here — I wrote it down in The Perfect Dog. You can order it from the link in my bio. #staffy #dogtraining #luxurylıfe #doglovers

Your dog is talking to you all day. You’re probably only catching 10% of what they’re saying. Here are the 7 most misread signals: 1. The bathroom stare 2. The whale eye 3. The lean 4. The yawn 5. The sneeze mid-play 6. The head tilt 7. The lick Comment “tips” and I’ll send you exactly what each one means and what your dog is trying to tell you. 🐶