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The Stoic Dog - Brisbane

Veteran owned and operated business for the training of domestic dogs based in Brisbane.

Real life obedience training, rehabilitation and prevention of unacceptable behaviour.

03/08/2022

⚠️⚠️We Are Officially Closed!⚠️⚠️
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After 2 and a half years, hundreds of clients, 2 team members and unquantifiable amounts of learning, The Stoic Dog is closed!
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Massive thanks for Emily and Chris who were my first ever team members and who did an amazing job with their clients.
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It has been quite a journey but I have now moved all my efforts over to .k9 in order to enhance the full life-cycle of working canines and handlers.
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So much love for everyone who helped me on my journey so far, and I would love to have you along for the next part with Origin K9.
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23/05/2022

⚠️⚠️Give Them the Benefit of the Doubt⚠️⚠️
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After a while of being with you, most dogs don't want to leave their family or be left behind by their family. But a lot of people are scared of what would happen if their dog got out or slipped their lead and as a result, never give them a chance to build that mutual trust.
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I always like to give dogs the benefit of the doubt, and after observing their behaviour on lead and around the owner, can determine quite accurately whether they can be trusted off leash. I then help the owner develop their confidence and trust in their dog which in turn does the same for the dog to their human.
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Now I don't always recommend this for all dogs but I know from experience that it does help with on leash work and other behaviours because the dog knows it's going to get time to run and be free of the leash outside the home, as well as knowing his owner trusts him and vice versa. Another great way of building that bond between you.
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There are many places around Brisbane that allow off leash training that aren't specifically in dog parks. Due to the smaller size of enclosed dog parks, it isn't normally considered "off leash" to the dog because they can feel that they are still restricted. So book in a session with me now if you want to work on that off leash work and strengthen that mutual trust and relationship with your dog and we'll pick a place near you to do so.
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15/05/2022

⚠️⚠️Training Begins Immediately⚠️⚠️
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From the first moment you bring your new dog or puppy into your home, training needs to start. Whether it be something as simple as sit, no jumping or off the couch, early training is imperative.
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Without proper training from the first few weeks of a dog's life, they can and will develop bad habits and be harder to remedy than if you had started earlier. It's not impossible but it will take more time and effort from all sides.
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So keep that in mind before you bring home a new puppy and remember that there is a strong possibility that older dogs you take in will have behaviours already imprinted in their personalities that you may not like. This factor alone will mean more work for you to train the right behaviours into them.
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13/05/2022

⚠️⚠️Price Change Alert⚠️⚠️
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Don't worry, it's not as bad as Mr Sausage Dog here makes it out to be with those eyes! Come 1st July 2022, we will be increasing the cost of sessions to account for certain things and offset some others.
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We won't bore you with the details but thought we'd let you all know so you can prepare for the new financial year. We also have a brand new website coming soon so keep an eye out for that too!
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Keep up the hard work I know you all have been doing and I look forward to working with you in the future!
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12/05/2022

⚠️⚠️Loose Leash Walking Classes⚠️⚠️
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Due to the recent rain, a few of our group classes have had to be postponed. We tried running one while it was raining off and on but that didn't turn out too great unfortunately.
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However there are still a fair few clients who would do well in a group class like this little anxious boy. Some dogs I work with are quite okay in the obedience area but can use a bit of work in the socialisation/distraction aspect.
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Every dog big or small are welcome in our group classes so get them booked in now and maybe even make some new friends along the way, human or otherwise!
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09/05/2022

⚠️⚠️The First 2 Years Are The Hardest⚠️⚠️
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Dogs go through many crucial and life altering periods in their first few years. They are at their most influential in the first year and whether good or bad, everything effects them and builds their character in some way.
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I took a minimum of 6 months off work for both my dogs so that I could raise them the way they needed to be. Some people don't understand the amount of commitment dogs need to thrive as part of our family but that is the reason why I became a dog trainer.
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By age 3, dogs should know all the foundations needed to know how to behave, respond to you accordingly, and have enough manners that training is less necessary. Until then, they should be considered at least part time jobs if not full time.
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Too many dogs out there are rehomed or left behind because they became too much to handle for their owners due to lack of training. While it it never too late to begin training, it is always better to start as early as possible.
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03/05/2022

⚠️⚠️Never Underestimate the Power of Treats⚠️⚠️
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Even though goofy boy Fynn has anxiety in many aspects of his life, he is still a super treat motivated dog and he pushes through that just to get the treats.
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Everything in this photo from his body language, his eyes and how he's holding his ears shows me how anxious he's feeling but how determined he is to get those treats.
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If your dog is food motivated, don't let that go to waste! Use it to build the basic foundations you need to develop an all round well behaved pupper. Or better yet, book a consult with us and we'll help you get there!
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02/05/2022

⚠️⚠️This is the look you get when you say "WALKIES"⚠️⚠️
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Separation anxiety is a common trait in many dogs and like all other neurotic behaviours, it can be trained with the right methods. Most dogs get it while they're puppies and usually grow out of it but occasionally older dogs do too as they age.
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Depending on what causes the separation anxiety, when it occurs and where, sometimes the only method that will work is management rather than trying to rid the dog of anxiety altogether.
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We always do what works best for you and your dog, even if the best solution isn't completely removing the unwanted behaviour. Just like people, sometimes it's just the way dogs are but we always recommend the training first.
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30/04/2022

⚠️⚠️Know The Difference⚠️⚠️
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I get a lot of clients who think their dogs are aggressive when they are really only reactive to certain stimuli. There is a HUGE difference between these. You can tell by the severity of the reactions and the dog's body language.
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In a small breed dog, it wouldn't be as bad, but you give the same behaviours to a 60kg GSD and suddenly it seems aggressive.
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While yes they are harder to control and may take a bit longer to train, but it does not make them aggressive or a "bad dog."
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Some breeds are more inclined to react a certain way for whatever reason but it is always manageable with the right tools and methods.
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28/04/2022

⚠️⚠️Anxiety Has Many Signs⚠️⚠️
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While this photo may look cute and Miss Sage seems quite attentive and calm, she's actually a very anxious girl and this was my 4th visit to her house. The first 2 times she wouldn't even come near me and all I did was sit down and throw treats to her from afar.
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By the 3rd visit, she was comfortable enough to sit an arm's width from me and take treats from my hand, and stand outside the house on lead for 10 minutes. By the 4th visit, she remembered me after a few minutes of hand feeding treats, then was happy to go on a walk around the block with me so I could work on some of her dog reactivity issues.
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Sometimes I come across dogs like her and all I can do is take some time to build her confidence and trust in me. Even if that means the first few sessions are simply me sitting with her to bring her out of her shell, it is not a waste of a session.
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I've had 4 sessions with her in two weeks and she's already showing improvement, even with other people in the family that regularly visit whom she hadn't gone near for months. She's going to be one of my regular clients and I love her to bits.
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27/04/2022

⚠️⚠️Human Reactivity⚠️⚠️
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Does this adorable little face look reactive to people? I don't think so. Unfortunately looks can be deceiving. Vegas here starts growling and lunging on lead to any new person who comes near, whether on walks or otherwise.
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There are a few methods used to address this sort of behaviour, depending on the severity of the reactivity and what the dog responds to. However a lot of it revolves around management of the dog and situations he is placed in, coupled with frequent controlled exposure.
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Patience and practice can achieve many things and reactivity is no different. What determines your success is the commitment you show, the dog's ability to learn, and the severity of the issue.
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23/04/2022

⚠️⚠️Look at That Smile⚠️⚠️
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So many gorgeous white GSD's coming my way recently and I am falling in love with them all. Look at this young man's face after our training session.
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Unfortunately due to the floods, this boy now lives close to the city in a small townhouse with an even smaller yard. However with daily stimulation, proper training and lots of love and cuddles, it is possible with large breed dogs.
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No matter what issues you are having with your furry friend, we are always up for the challenge!
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Brisbane, QLD

Website

http://www.thestoicdog.com.au/

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