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Level Up on DIY Dog Training.
Skool keeps things simple 👇 ⭐ How You Earn Points Points are earned only through likes. - 1 like = 1 point - Likes on posts or comments both count - Posting alone does not earn points This means points reflect how helpful, relatable, or valuable your contribution is to others. 📈 How Leveling Up Works As your points accumulate, you’ll automatically level up in the community. No tracking needed—Skool handles it for you. Your level shows: - Community engagement - Helpful participation - Consistent value-sharing 🚀 How to Level Up Faster Want more likes (and points)? - Share wins or breakthroughs with your dog - Ask clear, thoughtful training questions - Leave helpful or encouraging comments - Share tips or experiences others can learn from Helpful > frequent. 🐕 Why Levels Matter As DIY Dog Training grows, levels may unlock: - Courses & resources - Bonus content or perks - Recognition as a trusted community member ✨ Bottom Line If you want to level up:✔ Be helpful✔ Be real✔ Be engaged The community rewards value—just like good training rewards behaviors we want to see more of. 👇 Drop a comment once you earn your first like-powered level up!
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🐾 Welcome to DIY Dog Training!
by @PetTrainerRudy I’m so happy you’re here! This community was created to support pet parents who want reliable, force-free, science-backed dog training guidance—without the pressure of expensive programs or confusing advice. Whether you’re an in-person client, an Etsy training plan user, or someone diving into dog training for the first time, this space is for support, clarity, accountability, and real progress. Feel free to ask questions, share videos, celebrate wins, and connect with other dog parents on the same journey. Before you start exploring, please take a moment to read our community rules: 🐶 Community Rules 1. Positive Training Only We use humane, science-based, force-free methods only. No shock, prong, choke, intimidation, or punishment-based techniques. 2. Be Kind & Respectful Encouragement > criticism. We learn best in a supportive space. 3. No Medical or Legal Advice For emergencies or diagnoses, contact a vet or certified professional. 4. Stay On Topic Training, behavior, enrichment, progress, and course discussions only. 5. No Self-Promotion No ads, services, or social media links unless approved. 6. Respect Privacy Keep community conversations inside the community. 7. Clear Videos for Feedback Make sure your dog, environment, and training goals are clear. 8. Follow Plan Guidance If you’re using a training plan or course, follow the steps and ask questions when needed. 9. No Unsafe Advice No recommendations involving flooding, forced interactions, unsafe setups, or improper off-leash activity. 10. Engage & Have Fun Share progress, struggles, questions, tips, and dog photos. Your engagement makes this community stronger! 🎉 You’re officially part of DIY Dog Training! Start by introducing yourself and your dog(s) in the community feed—or share your first training goal. If you need help or aren’t sure where to start, just tag @PetTrainerRudy. I’m here to help you every step of the way. Welcome to the pack! 🐾💛
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Reflection: How Does Your Dog Show Affection?
Dogs don’t always show affection in the ways we expect. While cuddles and kisses get a lot of attention, many dogs express connection in much quieter, more subtle ways. Affection might look like: - Choosing to rest near you - Checking in with eye contact - Matching your pace on a walk - Following you from room to room - Bringing you a toy — not to play, but to share - Relaxing more easily when you’re nearby These small moments often get overlooked, but they’re meaningful. Not every dog is a lap dog, and affection doesn’t have to be loud to be real. 💬 Reflection question: What subtle ways does your dog show affection or connection with you? Noticing these moments deepens our bond — and helps us appreciate dogs for who they are 💚
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Enrichment Check-In: What Helped Your Dog Decompress?
Decompression looks different for every dog — and often, the simplest activities are the most effective. Chewing, licking, and sniffing aren’t just “busy work.” For many dogs, these behaviors: - Help regulate their nervous system - Release tension after stress or excitement - Support calm transitions into rest - Provide comfort and predictability What works can change day to day depending on energy levels, environment, and stress. 💬 What chewing, licking, or sniffing activity helped your dog decompress recently? A chew? A lick mat? A slow sniff walk? A quiet scavenger hunt? Sharing what works helps everyone build better support routines 💚
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What Loving Your Dog Really Means
We often say we love our dogs — but love in the human sense doesn’t always translate the way we expect in the dog world. For dogs, love isn’t measured by obedience. It’s measured by how safe they feel, how understood they are, and whether their needs are consistently met. Loving your dog looks like: - Creating predictability and routine - Meeting physical, emotional, and mental needs - Offering clarity instead of pressure - Listening to behavior as communication - Prioritizing safety over appearances A dog who doesn’t “listen” in a moment isn’t being unloving or defiant. They may be overwhelmed, confused, or struggling to cope. Love doesn’t ask for compliance at the cost of trust. It builds trust first — and cooperation grows from there. When dogs feel safe, understood, and supported, obedience becomes a byproduct, not the goal. 💬 How do you show love to your dog in ways that support their needs — not just their behavior? Understanding is one of the most powerful forms of care 💚
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