Training with Vital Essentials Raw Food

In the world of dog training, nutrition plays a pivotal role in unlocking a dog's true potential. A well-fed and nourished dog is not only healthier, but also more receptive to training. Chris Ramsay, a professional dog trainer from Shaker Hound Academy, has worked with our team to understand the benefits of high-quality food and its impact on dog training.

Before delving into training techniques, it's crucial to assess the dog’s overall health. Issues like injuries, upset gastrointestinal (GI) systems, allergies, or other health problems can negatively affect the training experience. While serious issues require attention from a pet health professional, one simple thing can have a significant impact on a dog’s health: premium dog food. Using single-protein dog food makes it easier to identify and eliminate possible protein allergies or sensitivities. Your dog will feel better, train better, and have better digestion when consuming higher quality food.

Beyond physical health, considering your dog's mental state is also important when beginning training. This involves setting realistic expectations for your dog. For example, it’s not reasonable to expect a new puppy to behave perfectly around 10 dinner guests.

Food rewards are highly recommended in dog training as they are one of the most effective tools in a trainer's arsenal. They offer direct and efficient communication with your dog and positively impact the relationship between dog and handler. Each dog has a ‘food budget,’ meaning they should only consume a certain amount of food each day. To ensure you’re not overfeeding your dog during training, using food from their daily feeding amount can prevent extreme weight gain, bloat, and digestive discomfort.

When using food rewards in training, timing is crucial! Reward your dog as quickly as possible when they do something you like to maintain clear and efficient communication. Start by making behaviors easy for your dog and as they progress, you can increase the difficulty. Dogs may need to revisit the basics, but ensuring they receive high-value rewards like our Butcher Cut Protein can help reinforce positive behaviors and lead to success.

In conclusion, healthy food with premium ingredients not only directly affects various facets of your dog’s health, but can also significantly impact your training journey and relationship building with your dog. Your dog is worth the investment.

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