How to Teach Kids about Dog Body Language and Training

This video looks at how to teach kids to understand dog body language and training.

Video Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
01:33 - Teach your kids to understand dog body language
03:31 - Teach your kids how to pet
06:12 - Reading to your dog
06:44 - Search games
08:50 - Contribute on Ko-Fi
09:43 - Positive training
13:05 - Relaxation stations

You’ll learn how to teach your kids to “talk dog.” This video also offers training games that will teach kids to be calm and respectful with dogs, and to teach dogs how to be calm and comfortable with kids. This video offers a few different ways that kids can interact with dogs in a healthy, respectful manner - based on age and confidence level with dogs.

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Here are links to playlists for more insight into behavior challenges for fear, anxiety, reactivity, hyperactivity or aggression:

Reactive Behavior in Dogs:    • Reactive Behavior in Dogs  

Anxious Behavior in Dogs:    • Anxious Behavior in Dogs  

Fearful Behavior in Dogs:    • Fearful Behavior in Dogs  

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** Please note that these exercises may not be an appropriate starting point for all dogs. If your dog has a history of fear and/ or aggression - be cautious - seek out the help of a qualified trainer that can help minimize stress and set the stage for healthy, positive relationships. **