Desensitization Modules

How To Desensitize and Empower Your Dog Using Self Discovery.

In this video, I reveal how self-discovery is one of the best ways to communicate, teach, and desensitize your dog. The self-discovery model is akin to a science experiment:

Control: the marker (clicker).
Variable: anything that the dog needs desensitization to (e.g., sounds, sights, objects, people, etc.)
Re-enforcement (Reward): anything valuable to the dog (e.g., food, toys, exploration, freedom, choices, etc.)

The catalyst and embodiment of this training method is self-discovery. Self-discovery empowers your dog by giving them choices and making them active partners in their daily education. This training method is not only great for fearful dogs, but also for puppies, rescue dogs, senior dogs, cats, and animals in general.

A wonderful article on how to approach pet behavior training and desensitization:

Ken Ramirez

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Desensitization Module 1:

Study of Dog Body Language

Muzzle Training for Vet Visits & Emergencies

Desensitization Module 2:

How to teach drop cue and avoid resource guarding with human hands and approach

Desensitization Module 3

Resource Guarding Dog-To-Dog