4 Ways to Fix Hit & Miss RECALL!

1. Addressing Frustration
The Root of Desperation:
Many dogs are frustrated, due the lifestyle they're living isn't providing them with what they need. This makes them desperate to chase every scent or dog they come across. Understanding and addressing this pent-up energy is crucial. They often feel this way because they aren't provided the right outlets to expend their energy, so therefore, you get obsessive behavioural issues. This is never going to be solved through more and more recall training, but will be solved through helping the dog. If the dog is never obsessing over things, we never have to recall them, keeping the recall valuable and the dog in a safe state... where we can actually enjoy them.

2. The Significance of Vet Checks
Health Matters:
A lot of dogs manifest behavioural issues due to underlying health concerns. Hyperactivity can sometimes be a symptom of issues such as stomach problems, infections and sore joints. Ensuring regular vet checks can rule out medical causes for erratic behaviour. You can learn what to ask vets with this lesson on mk9plus.com

3. Understanding Your Dog's Window
Beyond Walks:
It's a common misconception that walks alone provide everything a dog needs. This can be the case for some breeds but, only if you can walk them enough. A couple hours a day outside is great but, If we rely solely on this, we trains them to "empty the tank" and go 110% during this short period, as its the only opportunity they have. Incorporating quality enrichment and offering various breed specific outlets at home can balance their energy and reduce their desperation once outdoors.

4. The Diet's Influence
Food Fuels Behaviour:
The composition and ingredients in a dog's diet can profoundly impact their behaviour. Some foods can spike their dopamine levels, leading to hyperactive states and did you know that 90% of their serotonin comes from their food. If a diet isn't producing serotonin we see even more issues. Understanding the dietary impacts can help mitigate some behavioural issues. Lesson Here.

A Personal Journey with Enzo
When I embarked on my dog training journey, a mentor once told me a phrase that stuck - "If a dog’s recall is hit and miss, their walks are simply dictated by luck. Recall is the only thing dogs need, everything else can be unreliable, but it’s typically the other way around” This resonated deeply when I rescued my 4 year old at the time street dog, Enzo. With his hyperactive and often distant demeanour, recall training was a challenge. However, by addressing his obsessions, hyperactivity and other behavioural/ mental issues, within a mere 30 days, he was off lead with a human for the first time in his life.

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To further delve into understanding your canine companion and ensuring their well-being, I invite you to explore the resources at MK9Plus.com. Don't let yourself drift in to the slowly sinking ship of repetitive training, in the hopes it starts working. Anchor your bond with knowledge and understanding.