INITIAL EDUCATION

Experiences and learning in the initial phase of a dog's life are important, and consequently will shape his temperament and behaviour when in adults.

Therefore, and not only, it is crucial to start the relationship, socialization and education with your new friend in the best way.

The initial education and training sessions are adapted to each dog, however there are topics that are important to be addressed and implemented to most dogs, such as:

SOCIALIZATION

Socialize and accustom the puppy to new environments, people, dogs, objects, sounds, floors, handling for veterinary and hygiene care. 

POTTY TRAINING

Implementation of routines and techniques in the dog's learning to go potty 'in the right place'.

PREVENTION OF UNWANTED BEHAVIOURS

With environmental management and behavioural modification techniques I help the guardian manage and improve the normal behaviours of a dog, such as "nipping" (bite inhibition), bark, dig, chew, jump, among others.

INDEPENDENCE FROM THE GUARDIAN

Since dogs are social animals, it is not natural for them to be alone and confined at home.

Teaching your dog to feel calm and comfortable alone is the first step in preventing problems related to being home alone.

BASIC EDUCATION

One of the simplest ways to start developing bonds with your dog is to do activities together, one of them is training.

They will learn basic signs such as sitting, laying down, going to the 'bed' to relax, recall and knowing how to walk with a lead (among others).

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL STIMULATION

At this stage cognitive skills are developing, and activities that provide mental stimulation and play will help your puppy in solving problems and also in his memory.

My plan implements routines that provide physical and mental stimulation appropriate to each age, condition and breed, in addition, helps to prevent unwanted behaviours, such as destructive behaviours, anxiety and frustration.

INDIVIDUAL FOLLOW-UP

Online or at home follow-up.

Sessions in Portuguese and English.

Each dog is individual and has its own personality, for this reason each behavioural modification and education plan is personalized and adapted to the individual needs of each dog and family.

INITIAL ASSESSMENT

In the initial assessment session (both in behavioural therapies and initial and basic social education) will be addressed the history, learning and behaviour(s) in question, all family and environmental interaction, what are the objectives of the guardian, recommendations on daily management, in addition to fundamental exercises to teach.

FOLLOW-UP SESSIONS

In the follow-up sessions we will teach the signals and exercises recommended in the initial assessment session and follow the entire socialisation process.

In addition to the necessary demonstrations, I will guide the guardian through the exercises and provide the necessary knowledge to act with confidence when alone in everyday life.

The follow-up session is usually scheduled about 1 to 2 weeks after the initial assessment session (according to the puppy's needs), to give the guardian and his puppy time to adapt to the recommendations and new education plan before we proceed with it.