How good is your dog’s impulse control? Impulse control is something all dogs should be taught, as the world we live in requires them to be put in situations where they may need it on a daily basis. Here are some simple tips for teaching impulse control! 🐶 Start off with low level distractions, and gradually increase the challenge. Reinforce good choices the dog makes. 🐶 Break down motion as a distraction and the value of the reinforcement. So for example a high value reward like a ball being

⚠️ Impulse Control Problems Will Spiral Out of Control—Here's What to Do One of the biggest issues that pops up with new dogs—especially rescue dogs—is impulse control. Your dog can't settle. Can't stay calm. Can't wait. Reacts to everything. If you don't address this early, it spirals. Fast. What you need to focus on in the first three months: ✅ **Down stay**: Teaching your dog to stay in position until released. This builds patience and self-control. ✅ **Place command**: Your dog goes to their