Principles of Defense with a Dog No two fights are the sameThere is no single thing that will guarantee you will winGet in a fist fight, get punched, get in a knife fight, get cut, get in a gun fight, get shotDon’t go to stupid places with stupid people and do stupid things Don’t be an easy target; deter, show of force, actual forceWhy is the dog the best defensive tool? You have limited tools - police have a bat beltEscalation of force: DeterrentShow of forceLess lethal forceLetha...
- Almost all animals are both predator and prey at some level - Define Predator and Prey for discussion - It’s important to understand that neither of these mentalities are good or bad, they have benefits and downsides - Prey Mentality - Food doesn’t run so they often don’t pursue - Anxiety - prey animals move away from anxiety or go on high alert - Stress - prey animals avoid stress if at all possible and are more negatively affected - Goals - may pursue a goal if absolutely necessar...
- Application in this for both dog training and personal life - What are Standards and Expectations? - Holding yourself accountable to high Standards vs Expecting others to live up to your standards - Expectations of yourself vs expectations of others for you - How to develop high Standards - Ideal or Perfect - Hold yourself to the highest standards you can - Ask yourself what are you doing stupidly that you could do better that you would do better &nb...
- Why should we even talk about luck - People take for granted the success of others as BEING LUCKY - People undermine the hard work it takes to accomplish something like a trained dog or successful business - What is Luck? - Luck is being in the right place at the right time and having the ability to capitalize on an opportunity - Examples of being lucky - How can you increase your chances o...
Setting goals - before you can accomplish something, you must imagine it If you don’t know where you’re going, any train will get you there. You cannot accomplish anything meaningful in life without first deciding to. Goal categories: Career, Relationships Family & Friends), Health (Physical and Mental), Spiritual, Security (Sustainable Financial & Physical) Develop a long-term plan based on one clear, long term goal in each category. THIS REQUIRES AN AMAZING AMOU...
- if you’re like me, you get ready to work ... you pause ... you wonder what it is you were supposed to do ... you start some task that isn’t important and is fairly easy to complete ... WHY EASY TO COMPLETE? - How to deal with your Daily To Do List - How to set up and use your Calendar - Setting Goals - Result Goal x3 - Progress Goal x3 each - Planning to Accomplish Goals - Actions and Tasks to complete each Progress Goal - 3-5 Actions and Tasks for each Progress Goal - Establi...
Tonight we talk dogs, e-collars, and anything else we can come up with. We may even get into some of the awesome events we are planning. - Find more information about Pat Watson at utac.io or uncensoredtactical.com - Find Pat on Instagram and TicToc - @k9philosophy or @uncensoredtactical - Websites: fortressk9.com ; fortressk9.com/puppies ; k9academy.us - NOSTR pub key npub1j8neuc5udhsp3z336zgzlgwslxwf3gulh4fyxk2w22hxsuvv2emq4xyua7 - Get the Fold Card and start...
Define stupid for the purpose of this discussion. I love to listen to these talks for two reasons: 1. I’m truly interested in the topic. 2. I love to learn how other people think. If you have any interest in increasing the depth of your thought, about anything in your life, then I ask that you bear with me. It will be a fun ride. Jordan Peterson’s explanation to “Do You Believe in God?” Why do people seek simple answers to complex questions? If you truly want to know something, you h...
Had an amazing conversation with Tim the Toolman from the Workshop. toolmantim.co
Tactical Decision Making - Why is it so important to make most tactical decisions ahead of time? - Dangers of emotion based decisions - movies and tv - You almost always make poor decisions in a tactical environment with emotions - All tactical decisions have to be made with Logic and Reason with a determined goal in mind - What is the goal of a tactical decision? Restore the area to safety, end the threat - GOAL - End the threat NOT save your family or even yourself - Why not save yo...
Awesome talk with John Willis and Nicole Sauce. Check them out at: Originalsoegear.com Livingfreeintenessee.com hollerroast.com
Questions and Answers: - Johnny from New Zealand - Thoughts on treat training/food rewards. Thoughts on the level of focus of the dog. - Krysta - Advice on building a stronger presence with your dog. Calm, confident commands and appropriate corrections, do not get frustrated. How do you get the dog to watch, respond and respect your voice. - Jim - Only has Sport focussed trainers in his area and is interested in learning how we do the Protection and other dog training differently. Training...
We have our first guest of the podcast from a remote location today, Rick Austin of Doomsday Preppers and Secret Garden of Survival. We will talk about preparedness, homesteading, dogs, and his annual event coming up in September 22-24, Prepper Camp. Find out more about Rick and Prepper Camp: https://secretgardenofsurvival.com/ https://www.preppercamp.com/ YouTube @SurvivalistGardener - Websites: fortressk9.com ; fortressk9.com/puppies ; k9academy.us - NOSTR pub key npub1j8neuc5udhsp3z33...
Dog Law considerations I’m not a Lawyer, consult a lawyer familiar with the laws in your state and local area for more details. -What if I’m inside and my dog is in the backyard, and someone jumps the fence and my dog bites them while my dog is unsupervised by me. - Safety with a Protection Dog vs Pet Dog State laws and how they apply in situations like this - How to research your local and state laws -Do any concealed carry companies offer k9 legal protection? -...
Starting Protection Work with Your Dogs - Safety and “Do not try this at home.” - Approach depends on your application of bite work. This approach is specifically intended for Personal Protection application - Introducing the dog to Protection work - Bringing out aggression - Introducing the equipment - A note about the environment - Building the bite on a young dog - Allow the dog to slowly increase tension on the teeth - Do...
- Have you considered any specific breed preferences or traits you're looking for in a protection dog? - Are you more inclined towards a breed known for its physical strength and size, or are you open to exploring other characteristics such as intelligence and agility? - Do you have any particular concerns about a dog's compatibility with children, other pets, or individuals with allergies? - Are you seeking a breed that has a long history of working and protecting families, or are you ...
I. Myth #1: Bite and Hold vs Retargeting: - Explain the misconception surrounding the Bite and Hold technique versus Retargeting - Clarify the differences between the two approaches and their respective purposes in protection training - Discuss the benefits of Retargeting, including increased control, adaptability, and safety during encounters II. Myth #2: Deep Bite vs Canine Bite: - Address the misconception regarding the difference between a Deep Bite and a Canine Bite - Explain that...
I. Understanding the Concept of Stability in Protection Dogs: - Define stability in the context of protection dogs - Highlight the significance of a stable dog in everyday life and its impact on family dynamics, social interactions, and public settings II. Integrating Protection Training into Daily Routines: - Discuss strategies for incorporating protection training exercises into everyday life without disrupting normal routines - Checking your house, watching over your vehicle, keeping ...
- Understanding Resilience - what it means and why its important - The ability to mentally and emotionally cope with crises, stress, or adversity, bouncing back to a baseline level of normal functioning after these challenging experiences. - Role of resilience in life and in dog training - Many people give up far too quickly and easily in both - It involves flexibility in thought and behavior, enabling individuals to adapt to change, manage difficulties, and ach...
I. The Importance of Building Tribe What does it mean to have “Tribe”. Define what Tribe means. Why is this an important topic to discuss in today’s climate? Why are we connecting Dog Training and Building Tribe? We often take our connection with the dogs for granted, and how much similarity there is between our interpersonal connections and our connection with our dogs. II. The Foundation: Trust and Respect (Link to Dog Training) -Discuss the importance of trust and respect in dog trai...