A little update on Luna Bear and Murphy
Murphy has come a long way already and continues to enjoy new and novel experiences.
Another trip to the park today and you can see from the video below just how much sniffing he does. When we first started working with him, he was unable to relax enough to sniff and constantly scanned the environment.
We saw a couple of dogs and stood for a while so that Murphy could watch before moving on and then back to the kennels for some enrichment.
During adolescence, the body experiences a lot of changes but it isn't just hormones. There is usually a growth spurt and much more awareness of smells and scents. Dogs can struggle to find their feet during this stage. The changes in the brain as well as their bodies can also make adolescents more easily aroused. Proprioception training can really help young dogs.
We are so lucky to have Laura of Move More Veterinary Physiotherapist on hand to help. Luna had her first experience on a wobble cushion which can help with balance and building core strength, helping dogs become more aware of where their feet are.
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