Adolescent Training

Adolescence begins somewhere between 5 – 7 months and continues up to adulthood, somewhere between 2.5 – 3 years, depending on the individual. The comparable human equivalent is about 25 years.

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The brain and body are still developing. This is a sensitive and changeable time. Dogs are more sensitive to stress during this time. Every day events can become more of a challenge.

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Adolescence comes with conflicting emotions such as confidence and insecurity. A desire for more independence, as well as a heightened need for reassurance. Natural exploration, investigation and socialising become more important but can also be overwhelming at times.

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Everyday things can suddenly spook your teen and all the obedience you thought you were making progress with may temporarily regress.

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It requires us to have a deeper understanding of how our dogs are growing and developing. What went well in puppyhood may not be the case for adolescence.

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Please feel free to get in contact with any questions.

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