Practical Dog Training Insights and Behavior Tips
I’m Kirti, and these are snippets from my journey with my dogs, Candy and Russel. It’s all about empathy, understanding your dog’s ‘why,’ and building a real partnership.
A general introduction video where I, Kirti, and my dog, Candy, welcome new followers and outline the topics I cover, like force-free training, reactive dogs, and separation anxiety.
You don't have to ignore your dog with separation anxiety when you come home. This video shows a happy, calm greeting, debunking a common myth.
Happiness is coming home to your dog. A simple, heartwarming video capturing the joy of being greeted by my dog.
This video shows me working with my dog and strangers, demonstrating how to change a dog's emotional response by pairing new people with high-value treats from a safe distance.
This video offers four tips to make life easier with a reactive dog, including using management, advocating for space, and finding less stressful exercise options.
This video explains how to use a long line safely, emphasizing the importance of attaching it to a harness, not a collar, to prevent injury.
This video demonstrates how to manage pre-walk excitement by teaching your dog that the leash coming out is a cue for calm focus, not just a mad dash for the door.
The simplest, non-expensive way to make your dog happy? Let them sniff. This video highlights the mental stimulation and stress relief that comes from sniffing.
My dog is not food-motivated." This video explores the many reasons a dog might not take treats, from being scared or distracted to being in pain.
This video is a reminder to always respect a dog's space and to take "No" for an answer when a handler tells you not to pet their dog.
About Additional Work
If your dog is struggling, please stop punishing the 'symptoms.' Whether it’s growling, reactivity, or pulling, these aren't character flaws; they are communication. My approach is about listening to what your dog is actually telling you—often, it’s just 'I'm scared' or 'I’m in pain'—and helping you adjust your environment so they can feel safe again.
My philosophy is built on a simple premise: your dog isn't giving you a hard time, they are having a hard time. Many people come to me after trying to fix 'bad' behavior with punishment, which only erodes the trust between them and their dog.
Moving Beyond 'Good' and 'Bad'
We often label dogs as stubborn or dominant, but that misses the point entirely. When I hear someone ask, 'Kyun kategi kya?' (Why, will she bite?), I see a missed opportunity to respect a dog's boundaries. It’s not about training for a performance; it’s about training for a partnership.
What You Will Find Here
This collection highlights the practical, daily realities of living with and training dogs in a human-centric world:
- Leash Etiquette: Why on-leash greetings often lead to frustration and how to advocate for your dog's space.
- Understanding Communication: Why growling is an essential warning and why punishing it is dangerous.
- Positive Alternatives: How to manage high-arousal situations without force or intimidation.
- Environmental Adjustments: Tips on setting up your home and walks to prevent rehearsing problem behaviors.
Why Force-Free Matters
Using aversive tools like leash jerks or scary commands might stop a behavior temporarily, but it doesn't teach your dog what to do instead. I focus on positive reinforcement dog training in Delhi and Gurugram to help you and your dog find calm. We look at the 'why'—is it pain, stress, or just unmet needs? By identifying these triggers, we can change the dog's emotional response rather than just suppressing their reaction. If you are ready to stop 'fixing' your dog and start understanding them, let’s talk.
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