hiking with dogs presentation

Welcome

Why we’re here

– Day hikes with dogs 101

– Tips that can make or break your day

– Simple steps to maximize enjoyment

Lucid and GoLite connection

– Both brands are out to change the way things are done in our industries

– We personally love GoLite

Overview

– Long-Term Preparations

– Before Hiking

– Getting on the Trail

– The Hike

– After the Hike

– Questions

Long-Term Preparations

All dogs can hike, right?

– Nose

– Coat

– Skin

– Age

– Eyes

– Gate

– Temperament

– Training

Long-Term Preparations

Training Philosophies

Classical Conditioning

(Ivan Pavlov)

- Involuntary response to

stimuli

- Involves no temptations

- Passive learning

Operant Conditioning

(B.F. Skinner)

- Voluntary behavior with a

consequence

- Involves distractions

- Active learning

Long-Term Preparations

Goal: Create an operant dog

– Actively participates

– Seeks to engage with owner

– Wants to achieve goals

– Ignores distractions

– Offers behaviors

– Problem solves

Long-Term Preparations

Training for Hiking

– Recall

– Sit

– Down

– Free

– Loose leash walking

Long-Term Preparations

Games for Hiking Purpose

Crate Build motivation

Impulse-Control Reinforce patience

Shaping Equipment preparation

Stability Increase strength and

coordination

Fitness Increase endurance and

condition muscles/pads

Long-Term Preparations

Prepare to lose your dog!

– Register with city/county

– Microchip

– Tattoo

– Tags

– Flyer printout

Before Hiking

Know where you’re going

– Park rules/regulations on dogs

– Check leash policies

– Terrain

Before Hiking

Know what you’ll need – Day Hike

– Food/water

– Collapsible bowl/dish

– Treat pouch

– Food rewards

– Toy rewards

– First-aid kit

– Poo bags

– Sun screen

Before Hiking

Packing

– Your pack:

• Wallet, keys, your medication, sunscreen, mobile

phone, food (including treats), water

– Dog’s pack:

• Dog’s medication, poo bags, non-essentials, non-

breakables: booties, doggles, extra leash and

collar or slip lead

– Consider the temperature/sun level

Getting on the Trail

• Hydration beforehand

• Breaking upon arrival

• Stretching

• Massaging

The Hike

• Engagement

• Etiquette

– Right of way

– Clean up

– Respect wildlife

• Dog Ambassador

The Hike

• Dangers to consider

– Overheating

– Direct sun on skin

– Overeating

– Trail conditions

– Poisonous plants

– Wild animals

The Hike

• The importance of the leash

– Flexi? Nylon? Leather? Long lead?

– 6 ft. leash + extra length

– Connection to dog

– Carabineer for hands-free leash

– Safety for dog, wildlife, & plants

The Hike

Lost dog on the trail

– Don’t chase the dog

– Stay calm where you are

– Call the dog’s name clearly and loudly

– Use a whistle to call the dog

– Tell other hikers that pass you by

The Hike

Lost dog on the trail (by nightfall)

– Contact local ranger/authorities

– Post flyers

– Use the internet (social media)

– Organize a search party (for the next day)

The Hike

Water

– Look for signs of distress, break in shade,

focus on safety – not goals

Food

– Treat size

– Sodium content

– Bloat

After the Hike

– Check for injuries

– Check for ticks

– Check for split nails

– Stretch

– Massage

– Water

– Food

What Lucid Offers

• Single Training Sessions

• Intensive Training

Bootcamps

• Customized Training

Programs

• Seminars & Retreats

LucidDogTraining.com

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