Your Dogs Magic Muzzle

This course provides you with an all-round knowledge about muzzle acclimation and the ethical use and application of a muzzle in everyday life. As it is with any tool it is crucially important to know how to utilize this tool safely and effectively to benefit your dog's behaviour, training and overall wellbeing now and into the future.

Features of this course

  • Step-by-step acclimation skill videos

  • Written by a nationally accredited dog trainer

  • DIY muzzle acclimation at your dogs pace

  • Flexible and supported learning

  • Access to RK9 training app 24/7

  • For dogs of all ages and skill level

  • Equip your dog with a positive muzzle association

  • Behaviour-focused support

Outcomes of this course

  • Independance

    Foster independence in your dog when putting on and wearing a muzzle

  • Safety and Ethics

    How to utilize a muzzle safely, ethically and responsibly during training and then in everyday life

  • Confidence

    Help your dog develop real confidence in, around and when wearing the muzzle

  • Positive Association

    Introduce and support a positive association between your dog and the muzzle

  • Relationship

    Nurture a positive relationship with your dog through exercises and activities that build mutual respect, trust and confidence

  • Behaviour and Self Regulation

    Support your dog in developing self-regulation skills, manners and impulse control around the muzzle

  • Socialisation & Exposure

    Support your dog's social or adventurous side with a tool that encourages appropriate and positive behaviours in a range of scenarios

Course curriculum

    1. WELCOME TO THE COURSE!

    2. HOW TO USE THIS COURSE

    3. COURSE OVERVIEW & OBJECTIVES

    4. THINGS YOU WILL NEED FOR THIS COURSE

    5. YOUR DOG'S TRAINING LAB

    1. MODULE 1 - WELCOME!

    2. LESSON 1: WHAT IS A MUZZLE?

    3. LESSON 2: WHY USE A MUZZLE?

    4. LESSON 3: WHAT TYPE OF MUZZLE IS BEST FOR MY DOG?

    5. LESSON 4: HOW TO MEASURE FOR A MUZZLE

    6. MUZZLE MEASUREMENT PDF TEMPLATE (PRINT)

    7. LESSON 5: TALKING DOG - REWARD MARKERS

    8. CONDITIONING EXERCISE 1: LOADING A 'TERMINAL REWARD MARKER'

    9. CONDITIONING EXERCISE 2: LOADING A 'CONTINUATION & RELEASE MARKER'

    1. MODULE 2 - WELCOME!

    2. LESSON 1: FIRST IMPRESSIONS COUNT!

    3. LESSON 2: ACCLIMATION & MUZZLE CONDITIONING GOALS

    4. CONDITIONING EXERCISE 3: NOSE/HAND TOUCH TARGETING SKILL

    5. CONDITIONING EXERCISE 4: CHIN REST TARGET SKILL

    6. CONDITIONING EXERCISE 5: TARGET OBJECT SKILL (CUP/FUNNEL)

    7. CONDITIONING EXERCISE 6: 'PEANUT BUTTER MUZZLE POT' GAME

    1. MODULE 3: WELCOME!

    2. LESSON 1: THE IMPORTANCE OF ONGOING POSITIVE ASSOCIATIONS

    3. LESSON 2: ALWAYS KEEP THEM WANTING MORE...

    4. CONDITIONING EXERCISE 7: MUZZLE LAP GAME

    5. CONDITIONING EXERCISE 8: 'COME & GET IT-MOVING MUZZLE GAME'

    6. CONDITIONING EXERCISE 9: TIE UP & TREAT (SECURING THE MUZZLE)

    1. MODULE 4: WELCOME!

    2. LESSON 1: USING THE MUZZLE IN REAL LIFE

    3. LESSON 2: IMPORTANT ADDITIONS

    4. LESSON 2: DEVELOPING RELIABILITY

    5. CONDITIONING EXERCISE 10: DURATION GAME

    6. CONDITIONING EXERCISE 11: THE RELIABILITY GAME

    1. MODULE 5: WELCOME!

    2. LESSON 1: YOUR DOGS MAGIC MUZZLE

    3. OTHER MUZZLE RESOURCES

About this course

  • $79.95
  • 39 lessons
  • 1 hour of video content

Meet your Trainer

Head Trainer & Director of RK9 Academy Racheal Romeo

My name is Racheal and I'm a nationally accredited dog trainer. I strive to empower and educate others through my training programs on how to build amazing relationships with our companion animals. You can learn more about me in my bio below. https://riverinak9.com.au/about-me/

Begin supporting your dogs behaviour today!

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