Help! Why Won't My Dog Pay Attention? (Secrets Of Focus)

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  • Опубліковано 9 лют 2025

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  • @DogsThat
    @DogsThat  Рік тому +12

    ❤🐾Be your dog’s priority - and not their option - around distractions. Learn to play these focus games for dogs
    here:
    1. ItsYerChoice: dogsthat.com/y/iycsummit
    2. Hand Targets: ua-cam.com/play/PLphRRSxcMHy3ylCyQ2bJQSCwo_ERiVHj3.html

  • @robinrutherfordcost4748
    @robinrutherfordcost4748 7 місяців тому +2

    I used to teach a watch me years ago but I stopped - think it was because the owners were doing more work trying to get the dog's attention, almost like they were begging the dog. Now we do Suzanne Clothier's automatic check in, where we just acknowledge the dog's decision to look at us. The challenge then is acknowledging every check in by the dog. Yes/treat or if no treats on them, thanks for checking in Buddy - such a good decision! Hope that helps.

  • @NPTrainer
    @NPTrainer 3 місяці тому +1

    My GEM from this one is that Focus is a reflection of priorities. If you don't teach the dog that YOU are the priority by building an absolutely stunning relationship together, of COURSE that squirrel or other dog is going to make you feel like your dog doesn't listen. I get the same thing with my students... "Why doesn't my listen to me when..." With this phrasing, I have another tool in my toolbox that I can use.
    Thank you, Susan, for providing so many GEMS that have encouraged and challenged me to start dog training on my own as well. Recallers is a stellar program that I am proud to belong in.

    • @DogsThat
      @DogsThat  3 місяці тому

      Thank you @NPTrainer , you are a GEM! 💎

  • @suescully4189
    @suescully4189 Рік тому +1

    This has to rank as one of the best podcasts ever! (They are all good)
    Susan finds a way of putting into words complex training methods that have taken years to achieve, then simplifies in a way that is easy to understand. Making us see a way to deal with our training issues with these fantastic, well thought-out games.
    ❤ Dog training GOLD ❤ THANK YOU ❤

  • @coor0kun
    @coor0kun Рік тому

    Sight, scent, movement, and INSTINCT! Primal rewards for intelligent actions 😁

  • @heathermanson7074
    @heathermanson7074 Рік тому +1

    Useful podcast. Susan makes a great point in Recallers Game Day #3 Restrained Recalls that is relevant to this podcast, as well as MY dog paying attention to ME. She says something like, "You need to use a higher value reward, because, otherwise the mediocrity (of the reward) will be transferred to YOU!" DONE.

  • @Mike.Sutton
    @Mike.Sutton Рік тому +1

    Couldn't have come at a better time, thanks!

  • @valeriiafomenko6694
    @valeriiafomenko6694 2 місяці тому

    Thanks 🤗

  • @UNbalancedDogTrainer
    @UNbalancedDogTrainer Рік тому +2

    Your wisdom is always timely!
    Just yesterday, I received an email from a client who mentioned she wanted her dog to have more focus. The implication was that she wanted the dog to focus on HER and not the environment. This podcast will be shared with her

  • @ammi_10
    @ammi_10 Рік тому +1

    There's a difference between asking, "why won't my dog pay attention to me?" because you just want to complain and get a quick fix or do you really want to know?🤔 That requires effort on your part.
    Excellent advice once again Susan. 😃

  • @mindfulness4dogs
    @mindfulness4dogs Рік тому +2

    Thank you Susan. I've been following you probably from when you started using the internet, many many years ago. And the best thing is that you have always stayed true to you ethos. The lessons I've learned over the years and the knowledge I've passed on as a result have been life changing. Thank you for being my unofficial mentor over the years. YOUR AWESOME. (Darran)

  • @WorkWithWarren
    @WorkWithWarren 11 місяців тому +1

    Love this episode! I am in HSTD, loving it, have a 4 month old pup who is very smart, but also getting a lot of reinforcement in all the things to be found outside. This is very helpful, I will begin implementing today!

  • @jannellmeagher638
    @jannellmeagher638 Рік тому +1

    ALWAYS well done by far!!

  • @theprincesscrown1509
    @theprincesscrown1509 3 місяці тому

    This channel is awesome

    • @DogsThat
      @DogsThat  3 місяці тому +1

      Thank you @theprincesscrown1509! We're grateful to have an awesome community with you in it ❤️ (Elena ~ DogsThat Team)

  • @PatrickTilford
    @PatrickTilford Рік тому

    THANKS ❤

  • @kanchaleebunthanom1192
    @kanchaleebunthanom1192 Рік тому +1

    My dog ​​is a Schnauzer and likes to bark loudly. Jump on it and run towards people passing by. I want to find a solution. Please give me some advice. Thank you very much.

    • @DogsThat
      @DogsThat  Рік тому

      Hi, we have a playlist with helps for dogs that show reactivity, do you think that's what you're seeing in your dog? Here's the link for you: ua-cam.com/video/qsHK--RoRjs/v-deo.html&pp=gAQBiAQB

  • @DE-ss5ks
    @DE-ss5ks Рік тому

    Awesome. Recallers has been gold! Thank you!

  • @suzannejohnson8551
    @suzannejohnson8551 8 місяців тому

    🎉 Awesome teaching!

    • @DogsThat
      @DogsThat  8 місяців тому

      Thank you, Suzanne! 😃

  • @hockeygal2356
    @hockeygal2356 Рік тому

    Yes! Love this one! Very easy and doable! Thank you Susan 🐾

    • @DogsThat
      @DogsThat  Рік тому

      You are so welcome! ❤️🐾

  • @azogal53
    @azogal53 Рік тому

    I see some areas to work on for sure. 🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪

  • @rogehnimunoz4327
    @rogehnimunoz4327 Рік тому

    Learning a lot from you. Thanks

  • @KrisandaFitnessWestPerth
    @KrisandaFitnessWestPerth Рік тому

    Brilliant

  • @uteweyer1548
    @uteweyer1548 Рік тому

    Love your work! My dog is hypervigilant and not food/toy driven. It is really hard to get her attention outside!

  • @watchmoivies123
    @watchmoivies123 Рік тому +1

    This was so perfect thank you
    I think I missed the very end of your new puppy profits recall it cut it right off and didn’t show him coming you or even staying are you releasing him again? I don’t know if that’s how it was supposed to be or on my end it got shortened. Thank you again.

    • @DogsThat
      @DogsThat  Рік тому

      Hi @watchmoivies123 it's always great to read your notes! Here's Susan's words from the video transcript about celebrating Prophet's great recall:
      So, when Prophet came, when I called him of course I praised him, and I you know turned off the camera and I went crazy playing tug with him and letting him have just a great time letting him know that was a massively good choice.

    • @watchmoivies123
      @watchmoivies123 Рік тому

      @@DogsThat. Good morning OK I just wondered if it was on my end that I didn’t really get to see the whole thing
      So glad you’re having a wonderful time with your new puppy
      I know the feeling of trying to tape and train at the same time. It’s not very easy if you look at any of my UA-cam’s, I tried to make a couple of walking UA-cam’s with my dog, and once the phone fell out right out of my hand.

  • @HweesanOng
    @HweesanOng 5 місяців тому

    Id be careful what i wish for. I need my dog to be alert to surroundings when we're walking and no totally relying on me. Also i have been torn between her independence and clingingness at home not needing to be trained that way.

  • @lindaf3888
    @lindaf3888 Рік тому

    Great training advice once again❤ Should I play the Iyc woth the hand target inside without distraction first as my dog loves to sniff more than anything in this entire world?

  • @MrTenom
    @MrTenom Рік тому

    Thank you great video,simple little gems that increase connection to you but please tell me Susan when I saw you feeding your dog from a spoon is this another little gem for connection,can you explain the meaning behind this?

    • @DogsThat
      @DogsThat  Рік тому

      Hi @MrTenom, stay tuned for the next episode where the bowl and spoon will be covered for you!

  • @sharonbroadway4054
    @sharonbroadway4054 Рік тому +1

    Thank you, Susan! I can always learn more from every video!

  • @LeaHiltrud
    @LeaHiltrud Рік тому

    Hi Susann, I haven't trained the hand target yet but the it's your choice and it works incredible. Also in the morning on our walk. At the last part of our walk I sit on a bench, wait till she comes and give her cookies and then i do the it's your choice and it is too funny how she reacts every time, she put the head in the opposite side looks far away from it till i see get it, so funny, but how can i get her to look at me even so it is so much fun watching her looking oposite

    • @DogsThat
      @DogsThat  Рік тому

      That's awesome, Lea! We would normally want the dog to look at the cookie, Susan explains everything in the ItsYerChoice summit: dogsthat.com/y/iycsummit

  • @soriascrapbooking9174
    @soriascrapbooking9174 Рік тому

    you make it look easy ..... I am stressing over here ..... send help!!! LOL

  • @slgrib
    @slgrib Рік тому

    Getting the returned 11 mth old puppy to focus on me has been a challenge

  • @pennyjowagner290
    @pennyjowagner290 Рік тому

    Question: I started my Dobie pup with your program. I train bird dogs.... my Dobie Pup has a problem getting OUT to HUNT Birds. (My other Dobie is working well- quartering, pointing (yes) & retrieving well) Any suggestions???Thank you.

    • @DogsThat
      @DogsThat  Рік тому

      Hi @pennyjowagner290 our video on setting puppies up for success and growing great choices might be just the perfect thing for you to check out right now - ua-cam.com/video/t-CnvRQtsIU/v-deo.html

  • @bethfoor1965
    @bethfoor1965 Рік тому

    Susan, please do a pod cast on dogs who are hyper-aroused by/want to chase cars! I have high-drive, young Belgian Sheepdog/Groenendael. 😀❤️

    • @robinrutherfordcost4748
      @robinrutherfordcost4748 Рік тому +1

      She has one already. Am sure the team will respond with what episode it is

    • @bethfoor1965
      @bethfoor1965 Рік тому

      @@robinrutherfordcost4748 Thank you!

    • @robinrutherfordcost4748
      @robinrutherfordcost4748 Рік тому +1

      @@bethfoor1965 check out #24. Pretty sure she mentions cars as well.

    • @bethfoor1965
      @bethfoor1965 Рік тому

      @@robinrutherfordcost4748 Thank you so much! So frustrating, hard to enjoy walks. 🩷

    • @DogsThat
      @DogsThat  Рік тому +2

      Hi @bethfoor1949 that's a great tip from @robinrutherfordcost4748 - we also have a playlist to help dogs listen anywhere - ua-cam.com/play/PLphRRSxcMHy0HiauCoyVrDAWr1VeAWPES.html&si=VuF7J7QGDC5_tTt5

  • @MPQueen11
    @MPQueen11 Рік тому +2

    First comment ❤

  • @Charlesgraydogtraining
    @Charlesgraydogtraining Рік тому

    some people watching are men btw