There is training which is teaching a dog command words, visuals, tasks or tricks.

Then there is behavior modification. This is a bit more complicated than training and involves an understanding of the canine species’ natural communication and survival instincts. The mindset and personality of the individuals (dog and human) are important to take into consideration when coming up with a learning plan.

All social species learn with Operant Conditioning, Classical Conditioning and Counter Conditioning. All species use these learning techniques in different ways.

An elephant teaches its young boundaries but in a different way a dog would teach its young boundaries… humans teach their young boundaries, but in a different way a dog teaches its young as well.

When working with a canine, it is important to understand and respect the way they perceive the world around them and take in information.

Soozypooch is well educated and experienced in the steps dogs use within their natural language to teach and live peacefully with one another.

Since there is not a “one fits all” way of receiving this information, each case is tailored to what is needed for that individual.

The Soozypooch game plans combine training techniques and behavior modification.

If Soozypooch feels a dog may benefit from a training tool (for reward or correction), it would be explained in detail to the dog's family so they understand the psychology and proper use of the tool. If for any reason the dog's family is uncomfortable with a specific suggested tool or the detail in using it, it is respected by Soozypooch and other recommendations would be suggested.

Clicker training is a learning technique that uses classical conditioning with a tool that associates a positive/pleasant motivator. It is a technique that can open up the dog's mind for making decisions on their own and confidence building. This technique is not for everyone, but is something that is offered within the game plans.

Remote training is also a technique and tool Soozypooch is educated and experienced in using. This tool also uses classical conditioning but with a tool that associates a corrective/unpleasant motivator. This tool is not for everyone but can be a wonderful tool for communication for a dog who has learned to move forward with aggression or to simply give your dog more freedom with a way to communicate from a distance.

An education on how to use a remote collar tool properly and proper acclimation for the dog is extremely important. This is not a tool to just put on your dog and start using without an education, understanding, and practice behind it.

There are many other tools used for learning. Soozypooch will guide you on the art of using these tools to make learning easy and fun.

The Soozypooch game plans are completely FORCE FREE!

No one learns when being forced to do something.

The dogs always have a choice, are treated with respect and are encouraged to think on their own.

Free thinking and free play are encouraged and taught to be used in the game plans as well. Freedom to be yourself and do the things you love is the right of every individual on the planet. Dogs sometimes love, and are designed to do things we can sometimes consider “bad behavior”. It is important for us to give our dogs the opportunity to play upon these behaviors in the proper place and at the proper time.