Help, Puberty! Strategies for a Difficult Phase

Puberty is an exciting but also challenging time – not only for us humans but also for our dogs. Suddenly, your dog seems to forget everything they learned as a puppy. They test boundaries, display unexpected behavior, and sometimes push you to your limits. But don't worry: this phase is normal, and with the right strategies, you can master it successfully.
In this webinar, you will learn why puberty is such a crucial developmental phase for your dog, what happens in their brain and body, and how you can best support them. We offer practical solutions and show you how to achieve a harmonious coexistence again through targeted exercises, consistency, and understanding.

What you can expect in our webinar:

• Why puberty is a challenge for both dog and owner.
• What happens in your dog's brain and body, and why hormones can cause so much chaos.
• How to set boundaries and stay consistent without jeopardizing your bond with your dog.
• Five everyday strategies to successfully navigate your dog's puberty.
• Specific exercises that will help you and your dog get through this phase.

We start with an insight into your dog's developmental phases and explain how their behavior can be influenced by hormonal and neurological changes. Afterwards, you will learn how to meet the challenges of puberty with small, everyday training methods and well-thought-out management. This webinar provides you with the tools to stay confident even during the turbulent time of puberty and to offer your dog the support they need.
This webinar is aimed at first-time dog owners, dog owners with adolescent dogs, and anyone who wants to prepare themselves and their puppy for this exciting phase.

Learn in this webinar:

• what happens during puberty: hormones, brain development, and their effects on your dog's behavior,
• how to set boundaries: clear rules and consistent behavior to provide your dog with guidance,
• 5 strategies for everyday life: practical tips and exercises that you can apply immediately,
• day-dependent training: better assessing your dog and adapting training flexibly,
• effective management: avoiding stressful situations and making everyday life more relaxed, and
• early problem recognition: understanding typical behavior and reacting to it specifically.

Our Expert/Our Experts:

Yvonne Nawrat is a certified dog trainer and behavior consultant. She runs her dog school "Hundetraining Paradogs" in Bremen and has successfully guided numerous dog owners through the challenges of puberty. Together with Mustafa Irmak, she produces and hosts the podcast "Hundsfa(e)lle," which is aimed at first-time dog owners.

Mustafa Irmak is also a certified dog trainer and behavior consultant and owner of the "Positive Dog Academy." His focus is on individual consulting for dog owners, especially during difficult developmental phases. Together with Yvonne Nawrat, he clarifies important topics in dog training in "Hundsfa(e)lle."

More about the Expert/Experts:
www.hundetraining-paradogs.de
www.positive-dog.de

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