Stress-Free Dog Encounters

Steve Kaye explains why dog encounters often turn out to be stressful. Many problems arise from insecurities of the dog or the human. The dog pulls on the leash, barks, or jumps at other dogs because it feels threatened or has learned that aggression creates space. One's own nervousness and tension also transfer to the dog. Readers receive tips on how to develop a positive and calm basic attitude. Through concrete examples and small mindfulness exercises, one learns to reduce nervousness and give the dog more security. Furthermore, concrete training instructions are provided to master dog encounters confidently. First, all the basics must be in place, such as attention, leading, proper rewarding, setting boundaries, and so on. Later, one starts with small exercises in a calm environment and slowly increases distractions. One example is "keeping distance" training: one practices with one's dog to pass other dogs at a safe distance without losing one's nerve. Another training is the "retreat maneuver," where one calmly removes oneself from a difficult situation before it escalates. These step-by-step instructions prepare for real encounters and provide security. Case studies, checklists, and videos via the Kosmos-Plus app complete the book.

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