Post by Adrianne on Nov 25, 2013 10:25:37 GMT
What Is A Dog Whisperer?
A dog whisperer is somebody who has developed a high level of awareness and understanding of the mind (psychology) the connection between the species of human and canine (anthrozoology) and natural instincts (ethology) of the canine species.
This allows humans and dogs to form a deep connection and communication free of the many constraints humans normally put in the way.
Being a dog whisperer means that you have broken down these barriers of communication and have developed a very real form of two way communication with dogs. A dog whisperer realigns his/her methods of communication so that it matches up with and is relevant to dogs.
The majority of human-dog relationships in this world are one way. It's usually us humans issuing commands or reprimanding our dogs, often oblivious to what our dogs are actually feeling and trying to communicate to us.
Think of a very dominant, overbearing person you have come across in your own life ,This person probably doesn't care much for how you are feeling and what your thoughts are. They just want to get their message across to you and let you know when you don't reach their standards. When you do try to do or say something they fail to acknowledge your attempts or simply ignore you. How do you feel? frustrated.., helpless.. and probably much worse.
Many of our dogs live in this type of restrictive environment every day. Our dogs are constantly reaching out and trying to communicate with their human family, but it seems to go unnoticed or at least misinterpreted.
Its not hocus pocus mumbo jumbo rubbish
The thing is our dogs are continually speaking to us in their language. They communicate with us (and each other) through various means using energy, body language, scent, facial expression, the movement of ears and tail, overall posture and voice (barking, growling). Most of these signals or expressions are non verbal where's humans communicate in a mainly verbal manner.
What a dog whisperer does is acknowledge the difference between human and dog. A dog whisperer takes a step back, shuts up, observes and understands these gestures our dogs continue to express to us. When you do this you can't help but form a deep connection with your dog as you will understand his wants and needs and therefore can respond in a manner which is appropriate to the situation, and is expected by your dog. You are communicating, your dog to you, and you to your dog - instead of merely issuing and enforcing an order and having your dog "do something for you".
In this position of understanding our dogs it's only logical that we are better placed to address their problems and shape their behaviour. A dog whisperer treats a dog as a dog, They respect a dog for what it is and work with mother nature and the natural instincts of the canine species. Many well intentioned "dog lovers" smother their dogs with affection and the best of everything (toys, treats, fancy beds etc.) but this is not what dogs actually crave. A dog whisperer will provide the species specific, very real needs of the dog so they can live a happy and well balanced life.
How Do You Integrate Dog Whispering Techniques Into Dog Training?
When you open up the lines of communication with your dog, it can't help but impact on the entire relationship and bond you share. The advantage of utilising dog whispering techniques in your training is that you create an environment where your dog chooses to work with you and doesn't feel intimidated or forced to perform under the threat of violence or force.
Dog whispering in a training context is motivational, non violent and based on repetition and positive reinforcement. In many ways it replicates how dogs interact with each other, working with mother nature and with the natural instincts and drives of the dog.
It's a give and take process, just like any functional, working relationship. In practical terms a dog whisperer uses observation skills, watches, listens, identifies, interprets and develops an understanding of the dogs actions, feelings and needs. He/she also uses energy, voice in a soft tone, subtle movements (body language) and scent - in a consistent, reliable manner. The dogs involved will be studying and picking up on all of these gestures, regardless of how subtle they may appear to be.
A dog whisperer is somebody who has developed a high level of awareness and understanding of the mind (psychology) the connection between the species of human and canine (anthrozoology) and natural instincts (ethology) of the canine species.
This allows humans and dogs to form a deep connection and communication free of the many constraints humans normally put in the way.
Being a dog whisperer means that you have broken down these barriers of communication and have developed a very real form of two way communication with dogs. A dog whisperer realigns his/her methods of communication so that it matches up with and is relevant to dogs.
The majority of human-dog relationships in this world are one way. It's usually us humans issuing commands or reprimanding our dogs, often oblivious to what our dogs are actually feeling and trying to communicate to us.
Think of a very dominant, overbearing person you have come across in your own life ,This person probably doesn't care much for how you are feeling and what your thoughts are. They just want to get their message across to you and let you know when you don't reach their standards. When you do try to do or say something they fail to acknowledge your attempts or simply ignore you. How do you feel? frustrated.., helpless.. and probably much worse.
Many of our dogs live in this type of restrictive environment every day. Our dogs are constantly reaching out and trying to communicate with their human family, but it seems to go unnoticed or at least misinterpreted.
Its not hocus pocus mumbo jumbo rubbish
The thing is our dogs are continually speaking to us in their language. They communicate with us (and each other) through various means using energy, body language, scent, facial expression, the movement of ears and tail, overall posture and voice (barking, growling). Most of these signals or expressions are non verbal where's humans communicate in a mainly verbal manner.
What a dog whisperer does is acknowledge the difference between human and dog. A dog whisperer takes a step back, shuts up, observes and understands these gestures our dogs continue to express to us. When you do this you can't help but form a deep connection with your dog as you will understand his wants and needs and therefore can respond in a manner which is appropriate to the situation, and is expected by your dog. You are communicating, your dog to you, and you to your dog - instead of merely issuing and enforcing an order and having your dog "do something for you".
In this position of understanding our dogs it's only logical that we are better placed to address their problems and shape their behaviour. A dog whisperer treats a dog as a dog, They respect a dog for what it is and work with mother nature and the natural instincts of the canine species. Many well intentioned "dog lovers" smother their dogs with affection and the best of everything (toys, treats, fancy beds etc.) but this is not what dogs actually crave. A dog whisperer will provide the species specific, very real needs of the dog so they can live a happy and well balanced life.
How Do You Integrate Dog Whispering Techniques Into Dog Training?
When you open up the lines of communication with your dog, it can't help but impact on the entire relationship and bond you share. The advantage of utilising dog whispering techniques in your training is that you create an environment where your dog chooses to work with you and doesn't feel intimidated or forced to perform under the threat of violence or force.
Dog whispering in a training context is motivational, non violent and based on repetition and positive reinforcement. In many ways it replicates how dogs interact with each other, working with mother nature and with the natural instincts and drives of the dog.
It's a give and take process, just like any functional, working relationship. In practical terms a dog whisperer uses observation skills, watches, listens, identifies, interprets and develops an understanding of the dogs actions, feelings and needs. He/she also uses energy, voice in a soft tone, subtle movements (body language) and scent - in a consistent, reliable manner. The dogs involved will be studying and picking up on all of these gestures, regardless of how subtle they may appear to be.
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