Dog Behavior and Training Strategies

Victoria Stilwell hosts a live chat discussing various dog behavior topics, including separation anxiety, car travel issues, and training tips. She shares insights from her show 'Dogs With Extraordinary Jobs' and highlights the story of Xena, a rescue dog who formed a special bond with a boy named Jonny. The session concludes with a Q&A, addressing common dog behavior questions.

What is the primary mission of Victoria Stilwell's company, Positively?

• To create more dog TV shows

• To train dogs for military purposes

• To sell dog training equipment

• To improve the lives of dogs positively

What is a recommended method to help a dog with separation anxiety?

• Feed the dog only when you return

• Ignore the dog's anxiety

• Use a consistent soundscape when leaving

• Leave the dog alone for long periods

What is one way to help a dog that whines in the car due to stress?

• Drive faster to reach the destination quickly

• Play calming music in the car

• Ignore the whining

• Feed the dog only after the car ride

What is a safe alternative for a dog that likes to shred and eat cardboard?

• Give the dog more cardboard

• Use snuffle mats for foraging

• Allow the dog to eat small amounts of cardboard

• Ignore the behavior

How can you prevent a puppy from chewing on cords?

• Punish the puppy when it chews cords

• Use a puppy-proofed area with supervision

• Allow the puppy to explore freely

• Spray the cords with water

What significant change occurred in Jonny's life after Xena joined his family?

• He stopped going to school.

• He developed a fear of dogs.

• He started talking and interacting more.

• He became more withdrawn.

Why might a dog bark at its reflection in the mirror?

• They are trying to communicate with their owner.

• They think it's another dog.

• They are afraid of mirrors.

• They recognize themselves.

What is a recommended method to calm a dog that gets overly excited when meeting other dogs?

• Engage them in a different activity.

• Use a choke collar.

• Let them run freely.

• Ignore their behavior.

What is a common reason dogs might resist wearing a harness?

• Harnesses are uncomfortable.

• They prefer collars.

• They are allergic to the material.

• They don't like going for walks.

How can you differentiate between a happy and a nervous tail wag?

• By the direction of the wag.

• By observing the rest of the dog's body language.

• By the speed of the wag.

• By the sound the tail makes.