A gentle introduction to the Canine Dialogue Dynamics (CDD) Method, the Embark Programme offers a taster experience for those looking to gain insight into the approach before committing to a full programme or booking additional sessions.
Ideal for those who want to try a couple of sessions before making a larger commitment, or for those who have just a few specific areas to refine, this programme provides practical, hands-on guidance to help you and your dog begin your journey with clarity and confidence.
2 Sessions
This programme is tailored to help puppies begin their life journey with the emotional security and understanding they need to thrive.
• Toilet Training: We’ll establish a gentle, consistent routine that teaches your puppy how to manage their environment, supporting both you and your puppy in stress-free house training.
• Teething: We’ll provide natural solutions to manage the discomfort of teething, helping your puppy stay calm and comfortable during this developmental phase.
• Cognitive Development: As your puppy explores the world, we support their growing mind with exercises that encourage curiosity and confidence in new environments.
• Social Skills: Early socialisation is key to a well-rounded puppy. We’ll help your puppy learn how to interact with other dogs and people in a respectful, confident manner.
• Building Confidence: By introducing your puppy to new experiences at their own pace, we help them build emotional resilience and prepare for the challenges of adolescence.
Adolescence is a time of energy and exploration. The Discovery Programme provides essential skills to help your dog navigate this stage with balance and control.
• Impulse Control: We’ll guide your adolescent dog through managing their excitement, helping them respond thoughtfully in stimulating situations.
• Self-Restraint: Teaching patience and calm behaviour allows your dog to pause and make mindful decisions, avoiding reactive outbursts.
• Emotional Regulation: Learning how to regulate their emotions supports your adolescent dog in handling frustration, excitement, and anxiety with greater ease.
• Social Skills: This stage refines your dog’s ability to interact with others in a calm and measured way, improving their confidence in various social settings.
For adult and senior dogs, this programme focuses on maintaining mental sharpness, building emotional resilience, and introducing new skills that enrich their lives.
• Mental Stimulation: Keeping their minds active through enriching activities helps prevent boredom and promotes emotional balance in older dogs.
• Learning New Skills: It’s never too late for your dog to learn. We’ll work on refining existing skills and introducing new behaviours that keep them engaged and happy.
• Emotional Resilience: For older dogs, maintaining calm confidence is key. We’ll focus on helping your dog feel secure and balanced in a variety of environments.
Regardless of your dog’s age, these core elements are essential for building a fulfilling and balanced life. We will adjust these accordingly to suit your dogs current skills and life stage alongside the above.
From beginners to more advanced recall in distracting environments, this is one of the most valuable skills for your dog’s safety and freedom.
Walking calmly by your side creates a peaceful, enjoyable experience for both you and your dog.
Teaching your dog to pause and think before reacting helps them navigate the world with confidence and ease.
We introduce the fundamentals of the Canine Dialogue Dynamics method, helping you and your dog build a relationship based on communication and understanding.
Expanding your dog’s vocabulary through simple, everyday words enhances communication and strengthens your connection.
Understanding your dog’s signals is key to recognising their needs and emotions, allowing for more meaningful interaction.
We’ll teach your dog how to relax and settle in different environments, such as at home or in a café, supporting their emotional calmness in social settings.
Providing mental and physical enrichment is essential for your dog’s happiness and well-being. We’ll explore ways to keep your dog’s mind stimulated and engaged.
Teaching your dog how to make safe, thoughtful decisions when faced with new situations builds their confidence and independence.
We’ll develop your dog’s ability to interact calmly and confidently with other dogs and people, improving their social experiences.
For dogs with higher energy levels, we’ll work on finding a balance between activity and calmness, promoting a healthier mindset.
Tailored guidance on supporting your dog’s health and emotional well-being through balanced, wholesome nutrition.
Teaching dogs to feel comfortable with being handled is incredibly useful for grooming, vet visits, and other forms of care. This could include:
-Helping puppies and older dogs become more relaxed when being touched.
-Practising cooperative care, where dogs willingly participate in things like nail trimming or ear cleaning, reducing stress and increasing trust.
Teaching dogs to respect boundaries, whether it’s staying away from unsafe places, not rushing out the door, or waiting calmly whilst you prepare their food. This is particularly helpful for dogs that need a bit more structure in their daily routine.
Helping dogs maintain focus on their environment even in more distracting situations. This builds attention and engagement, making day-to-day interactions smoother.
This helps your dog to grow in their confidence and become less dependent on you. Ensuring that they have the ability to think for themselves safely.
Gradually introducing dogs to new sights, sounds, and experiences can be an excellent part of teaching. From vacuum cleaners to new environments, it’s important to help dogs remain confident in a variety of settings.
Each session lasts between 45-75 minutes, depending on how long you need.
~ Sessions will take place over Google Meets, but can be done over Zoom if preferred.
~ Sessions can be recorded on request and sent to you so that you do not need to write notes
We recommend spreading your sessions in a way that supports your dog’s learning and emotional development:
• First two sessions: Held one week apart to establish a strong foundation.
• Next two sessions: Spaced two weeks apart to allow for progress and reflection.
• Remaining sessions: Scheduled monthly for ongoing support and growth.
However, the schedule is flexible and can be adjusted as needed based on your dog’s progress and specific needs. You can choose weekly, bi-weekly.
Flexible for every life stage: Whether your dog is just starting out as a puppy, navigating adolescence, or refining their behaviour as an adult, these programmes adapt to their needs, helping them feel understood, safe, and emotionally balanced at every step.
• Free Online Life Stage Course (Puppy, Adolescent, adult/senior)
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