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| The Original Dog Whisperer - Paul Owens |
Paul is the author of 1999's best-selling book, The Dog Whisperer: A Compassionate Nonviolent Approach to Dog Training now released again in an updated 2nd Edition, (2007) as well as the newly released Puppy Whisperer. He is featured on his dog training DVDs, The Dog Whisperer: Beginning and Intermediate Dog Training, and the new Dog Whisperer: Solving Common Behavior Problems. He is also official member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) and is endorsed by The National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (NADOI). Dog Whisperer Paul Owens has appeared on numerous radio and television programs, and his articles and interviews have appeared in regional and national magazines and newspapers.
Paul's Official Website
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CAN'T WE ALL JUST GET ALONG?
Introducing Your Dog to a Non-Dog Lover
With all of the recent fatal dog attack stories in the news, it is no wonder that some people have developed a strong aversion to our canine companions. Introducing a non-dog loving friend to the family pet can be a stressful situation for everyone involved; the owner, the friend, and the dog. Expert trainer, Paul Owens, The Original Dog Whisperer, can quickly and effectively present ways to make this "getting to know you" transition easier. This television segment will be dynamic and interactive with live, in-studio training and the host assisting Paul. Here is how we see the segment running:
• Paul will introduce the dog to the host and explain the most common reasons people fear dogs.
• Paul will, then, illustrate the proper way to approach a new dog by mimicking the greeting ritual that dogs use – turn your side, avoid eye contact, offer your hand, and scratch under the dog’s chin. Paul will also explain that many dogs do not like being petted on top of their head (a little known fact).
• Paul will demonstrate how to correct some of problem behaviors such as jumping and barking.
• To stop jumping, Paul will teach “sit and stay,” incorporating food rewards, visual cues, and a clicker.
• To stop barking, Paul will teach “go to your spot,” incorporating a doorbell sound, food rewards, visual cues, and a clicker.
• Paul will include the host by having them “take the leash” and work on some of the behaviors with the dog.
• Paul will discuss some preventative measures, such as tethering and crating, and demonstrate how to properly use these tools.
• For tethering, Paul will show how to tether under a door to reduce a choking hazard and the proper way to use a leash in the home and while outside.
• For crating, Paul will demonstrate how to introduce the dog to the crate with food rewards and explain the proper use for crates.
There are several other topics Paul would be prepared to discuss such as proper puppy toys or how to keep dogs from becoming “self-employed.” You can also visit Paul's website for more information at www.raisewithpraise.com.
For additional information about Paul Owens or to schedule an interview with Paul, please contact Joe Marich at Marich Communications at 323-939-6700 or via email at jmmc (at) MarichCom.net.
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KEEPING FIDO SAFE ON SUMMER VACATION
2-Disk DVD from The Original Dog Whisperer, Paul Owens:
The Dog Whisperer Vol. 2: Solving Common Behavior Problems
With high gas prices, many families will be staying closer to home this summer and driving to vacation spots instead of jetting off to distant locales. If Fido is traveling along on your summer vacation, master dog trainer and bestselling author Paul Owens suggests that a bit of training and a few safeguards will promote happy tails and trails.
Owens says, “Even a well-trained dog can be off his mark when he’s in a different situation. A new environment is a new context—so even behaviors that are second-nature in familiar settings can be off-putting and normally reliable behavior may go by the wayside in moments of stress. A dog who doesn’t chew on the furniture at home may find a sofa cushion in the hotel room irresistible. A dog that normally stays close to you may suddenly bolt when challenged by some new sight or sound. And even a dog who has never bitten anyone could suddenly be over-stimulated and respond to a perceived threat by biting.”
Here are a few of Owens’ vacation travel tips:
· Prepare a doggie travel pack to include: leash, toys, favorite chewies, sufficient food, bottled water, necessary medications, favorite bed or blanket, and a first-aid kit.
· Get specially designed doggy seat belts and make it a habit of buckling him in whenever riding in a car.
· If you need to leave Fido in the hotel room when you go out to dinner or another event, exercise him before you go so he has less energy while you’re gone. A crate may be in order to keep him and the room safe. However, if you plan to crate your dog, it’s very important he is used to -- and enjoys staying in -- a crate by himself before you use one on your vacation. Never crate a dog unless he’s acclimated to the crate. If he has separation anxiety or chews things and he isn’t comfortable in a crate, have someone stay with him.
Owens says the number one way to avoid having vacation problems with your dog is prevention. “Anticipate the problem before it happens and keep your dog away from trouble. This means properly using leashes and crates, keeping forbidden objects out of chewing range, giving your dog something else to do to keep him occupied, and keeping him safe.
Make sure his vaccinations are up-to-date, don’t walk him in hot weather and always feel the pavement or sand with your hand to be sure it’s not too hot so your dog’s paws don’t get burned, have plenty of water available, never leave him unattended in the car, and avoid unclean parks and other areas where he might be injured by broken glass or other animals.”
Owens’ DVD, The Dog Whisperer, Vol. 2, Solving Common Behavior Problems for Puppies and Dogs, teaches housetraining and crate training; gives solutions for nipping and biting, bolting out the door, chewing and destruction; and also gives numerous tips for dog safety. It will go a long way toward preventing as well as solving problems at home and when you travel with your dog.
Lastly, it’s important to stay positive and have fun and not coddle your dog in new situations. Dogs feed off our emotions and stress. Staying upbeat and having fun is what vacations are all about.
For additional information about Paul Owens or to schedule an interview with Paul, please contact Joe Marich at Marich Communications at 323-939-6700 or via email at jmmc (at) MarichCom.net.
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TIME SENSITIVE MATERIAL:
FOLLOW-UP ON
WORLD KENNEL PUPPY MILL STORY
While it is terrific that many Angelino's have embraced these puppies who have started their lives in horrific conditions and taken them into their homes, what many of these good samaritans don't realize is that these puppies need to be considered "special needs" puppies that may require different care and training than puppies adopted from safe and accredited breeders. For example, they may be overly sensitive to sounds, react aggresively to sudden/quick movements or large groups of people, have health issues due to a sudden change in diet and other physical and emotional ramifications from being raised in a puppy mill. Expert dog trainer, Paul Owens, based in Burbank, can show your viewers how to use nonviolent training techniques to get these puppies off on the right paw, so to speak. (These techniques, by the way, can also be used with all types of puppies and dogs using a slightly different time frame and pace.) If people don't understand that these dogs need special care, the puppies may grow up to become an extremely challenging family member.
Paul Owens has been considered the "original" Dog Whisperer and leader in compassionate puppy and dog training for over 25 years. He is the author of two books on compassionate and nonviolent approaches to dog training and has created two companion DVD's, as well. The books have sold over 250,000 copies and Vol. 1 of the DVD's was rated "the best DVD on basic training of pets and highly recommended" by the prestigious Association of Pet Dog Trainers.
Paul has many puppies and dogs he can use to illustrate proper training techniques on-camera and is very comfortable discussing these issues.
For additional information about Paul Owens or to schedule an interview with Paul, please contact Joe Marich at Marich Communications at 323-939-6700 or via email at jmmc (at) MarichCom.net.
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