In this dog behavior video, we do over the most important part of training or rehabilitating a dog with behavioral issues. We discuss why consistency is so important, and what can happen if we drop that once we start.

When it comes to behavioral cases, I always say that the little things ARE the big things. Threshold manners, loose leash walking skills, rules and boundaries in the home are of the utmost importance when working with these dogs. It builds trust, reliability, and the bond between dog and owner.

Realistically, it's all about the relationship. Oftentimes, with behavioral cases, a big problem is the relationship the dog has with the handler. That structure helps to build a relationship where the dog doesn't feel THE NEED to handle everything my themselves, and that they can trust the human.