How to Teach Your Dog to Settle Calmly Around Distractions

Practical, clear training guidance from Holistic Hounds for dog owners who want useful real-life skills.

1. Start in an easy environment

Start in an easy environment.

2. Reward softer body language and genuine relaxation, not only a formal down

Reward softer body language and genuine relaxation, not only a formal down.

3. Deliver rewards calmly and low to the mat

Deliver rewards calmly and low to the mat.

4. Build duration in small increments

Build duration in small increments.

5. Add one layer of distraction at a time

Add one layer of distraction at a time.