Course Details
Balancing the individual needs of each dog within a larger dog family can be a challenge. More dogs take more time, more resources, more planning, more everything!
Things get especially complicated when individuals have big needs or big personalities. You may worry about how to work around those big needs, or how to keep things equal when one personality tends to stand out or one dog requires more support. Whether you are considering growing your family or already have multiple dogs, success starts by truly discovering each dog as their own unique self, and unlocking the individual superpowers they possess that allow them to fit in and contribute to the dynamics of your household.
Not every superstar shines in the same way and sometimes we need to work a little to see that. In a family situation, everyone takes on a different team role and getting that organized can make the difference between harmony and chaos.
In this presentation, we'll discuss ways to identify each dog's individual needs and preferences, interpret how those are expressed in daily life and in training and determine how these can be harnessed to boost each dog's happiness, increase harmony within the group, and ensure that your available resources are distributed in the ways that are most beneficial to all.
About the Instructor:
Erin (she/her) is a KPA-CTP, CPCFT, Licensed Family Dog Mediator, and a breeder of performance line Labrador Retrievers. With expertise in a variety of sports ranging from sled dog racing to agility, dock diving, obedience and scent-based sports, Erin views dog sports not as an end goal, but as one part of a greater strategy that prioritizes life-long confidence, health, and relationship with her dogs.
Life in a multi-dog household ranging from young puppies to elderly seniors gives Erin daily, real-world insight into balancing big personalities and diverse needs. Through online and in-person coaching, she brings a warm, practical approach to helping families find each dog's unique niche, build household synergy, and propel their team toward a happier life together.
