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(DOG SIGNAL)

DOG TRAINING PROUD DOG

Don't you want to become a dog trainer?

Miyu?

Yes.

How should I put it?

After setting my goal,

even cleaning the shop makes me so much happier.

I am a dog trainer.

Good morning.

Good morning.

Jogging with the owner? Very energetic.

Excuse me, are you open?

A customer.

Mr. Niwa!

A walk-in customer!

Good morning.

I can't believe it.

There's still an hour before we open.

Exclusive

MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE. OWNER: KADOTA SUMIYO. BREED: DALMATIAN. DOG'S NAME: KUMI.

They came here jogging.

An energetic lady with a big pet dog.

Mrs. Kadota.

And a 1-year-old female Dalmatian,

Kumi.

Its name is in Chinese characters.

That's right.

It means long-lasting and wonderful.

I named it after a volleyball player I admire.

The former coach of the Japanese national team?

That's right.

I hope to raise it to be intelligent and dignified, just like her.

Because I have played volleyball in the same league for a while.

You were a volleyball player?

I was not too good though.

No wonder you are so tall and full of energy.

If you have no questions, I will go back to sleep.

I do!

I do have questions!

I'm sorry!

Watch your expression.

Compared to when it was a puppy,

it's much more well-behaved now.

There's just one thing that's bothering me.

It would keep barking

at the sound of doorbells or cars,

making it impossible for me to hear the phone.

When I open the door, it lunges at people.

Although it doesn't bite,

some people are scared of dogs and would be frightened.

But it's been very well-behaved since coming in here.

Even when I tried to say hello,

it showed a lack of interest in strangers.

Sorry, it's so rude.

Kumi…

It's okay.

I can't imagine it being noisy.

Do you have any other dogs?

Yes.

That is also a problem.

The one moved into my house first is a five-year-old Chihuahua.

That dog is very small and frail.

I've been worried that it would get hurt by Kumi.

Chihuahua…

What about walks?

We walk while jogging for around 15 to 30 minutes.

30 minutes…

What do you think, Miyu?

Me?

Tell me what you think.

Okay.

Well…

I guess the walking isn't enough.

Is that so?

Dalmatians used to accompany carriages as running dogs,

and work as hunting dogs, guard dogs, military dogs, and sheepdogs.

They possess the strength and endurance needed for vigorous exercise.

For such a dog with a long history,

I think a 30-minute walk

is…

far from enough.

That's great.

What I memorized yesterday came in handy.

Since you want to become a dog trainer,

read all these and memorize them.

Really?

So that's it.

Your ancestors were carriage dogs.

Of course, this amount of exercise is not enough.

I'm sorry, mom didn't do her homework properly.

Then I will try to increase the amount of walking and exercise.

To what extent should I do it?

If it's a young Dalmatian…

it can run at least 10 kilometers a day.

10 kilometers?

10 kilometers? I got it.

My husband works out of town and only comes home on weekends.

My kids have long since lived by themselves.

I have a lot of time and energy.

I will take it back running now.

Thank you.

The problem most owners complain about is solved so easily.

This is the first time.

We let the customer run away…

DOG TRAINING PROUD DOG

DOG TRAINING PROUD DOG And a week later.

Hello.

The guest who ran away…

-came back exhausted. -Mrs. Kadota, what's wrong?

After taking longer walks, it became even noisier?

Yes.

Before, it only reacted to outdoor sounds and the doorbell.

Now, it starts barking even when I stand up or turn over.

I can't sleep well at all.

Mrs… Mrs. Kadota?

Mrs. Kadota.

-Are you all right? -What's going on?

Most dogs' abnormal behavior

can be improved by appropriately adjusting the amount of exercise.

But its condition has worsened.

The owner does not seem to be lying.

If that's the case…

The one moved into my house first is a five-year-old Chihuahua.

Mrs. Kadota.

Yes?

Can I see what it's like at home?

Sorry, my place is a bit messy.

Sorry to intrude.

I'm back.

I'm back.

Jeany.

So cute!

Hello.

It ran away.

Wait, Jeany.

You have to say hello.

Kumi doesn't mind us either.

It lies down in front of Jeany's doghouse.

I'm sorry.

My two dogs are really rude.

Especially the older brother is very bad at dealing with strangers.

It's okay.

Mr. Niwa isn't very good at that either.

Dalmatians and Chihuahuas are neurotic and have a strong guard instinct.

Chihuahua also has a strong sense of territorial exclusivity.

It did not bark or bite us,

but went into the dog house to hide.

That's already amazing.

I didn't know.

So that's how Chihuahuas are.

Can you do some research before you get dogs?

Watch your tone, Mr. Niwa.

It's all right.

He praised Jeany after all.

Mrs. Kadota, you are an optimistic person.

Right? People often say that.

The Chihuahua seems to be okay.

My husband works out of town alone.

My kids have long since lived by themselves.

I have a lot of time and energy.

Then I will try to increase the amount of walking.

They are wearing the same collars.

Mr. Niwa, look.

-Both dogs are loved. -Mrs. Kadota said she made these herself.

When the dogs' sizes vary greatly,

the owner may overprotect the smaller dog

and strictly discipline the bigger dog,

causing stress to the dogs…

It doesn't seem that way.

Then why is it?

It started.

Don't, Kumi.

It's dangerous, go away.

Hello!

What?

I can't hear the phone!

Kumi, shut up!

I can't walk.

Geez.

-It keeps barking at its owner. -It's okay.

-It's indeed a problem if it happens all the time. -Ouch… It's okay.

-Right, Mr… Mr. Niwa? -Calm down.

I have a grasp of the situation now.

For the sake of convenience,

please allow us to film while checking.

You just need to do things as usual.

Okay.

Miyu, you go outside.

Press the doorbell after receiving my command.

I understand.

I'm here.

Press it.

Roger.

Next, please try to pick up Jeany.

Okay.

Just stay calm.

Okay.

Press it.

Roger.

You're noisy.

I'm going to press it.

Eh…?

It isn't barking.

Why?

Lastly, put Jeany back in the doghouse and we'll try again.

Okay.

Miyu.

Yes.

Kumi, stop it.

Calm down.

No! Stop barking, Kumi.

Kumi, don't.

Mr. Niwa, have you figured it out?

Mm, I'm sure now.

The problem is on Jeany.

This is the video I just took.

Watch, please.

Okay.

You should also observe carefully.

Okay.

Did you notice anything?

Yes.

As soon as the doorbell rang, Kumi started to bark.

You don't need to watch the video to know that.

Well…

Jeany moved first.

Really?

Right here.

It's just for a moment, so it's easy to miss.

Jeany walked out of the doghouse,

then Kumi stood up and started barking.

Wait, when Mrs. Kadota was holding Jeany,

Kumi didn't bark.

In that case…

Is Jeany giving orders to Kumi?

Very observant of you.

That's correct.

As for the hierarchy between the two dogs,

Jeany, who moved in first, is superior.

Since Kumi was a puppy,

it was taught by Jeany.

Just now, Jeany used eye contact

to hint at Kumi to "go away".

Really?

Although Dalmatians are shy and neurotic,

when facing dogs,

they have a strong sense of cooperation and are full of love.

And the motherly love of female dogs is especially strong.

This might be the reason

why Kumi completely obeys Jeany.

As long as Jeany gives any hint,

it will bark and chase others away.

Kumi, stop it, behave.

I just remembered.

When Kumi barked at the cars,

it was also Jeany who sniffed first.

Is that it too?

It's the command.

Really?

I didn't notice at all.

There's no helping it.

Jeany doesn't want you to notice.

Is it… afraid of being scolded?

That's part of the reason.

But mainly because it likes you too much.

Chihuahuas were bred to be family pets.

Generally, they are not interested in people outside the family.

Some are even called the "One Man Dog".

Even at home, they are close to only one person.

Is it close to your husband?

-Honey, help me get it off the bed. -When my husband wants to go to bed,

it will jump up first and roar at him.

I thought they just simply didn't get along.

So, the thing is,

Jeany only likes you.

It can't stand you being close to other people.

BARKS LOUDLY "The man who comes here occasionally".

BARKS LOUDLY "Always acting familiar with mommy".

BARKS LOUDLY "So I have to drive him away every time".

"If I drive him away",

"I can once again have Mom's love all to myself".

But one day…

From today on, this is your little sister.

"So big".

"To prevent Mom from being taken away",

"I also need to drive this one away".

"Strange, force doesn't work".

"Then I'll make it my subordinate".

"Bark".

Stop barking!

Jeany is so obedient and clever.

Why is Kumi so noisy?

It thought things were going well.

But you came to us

because of Kumi.

From the second day,

the time Kumi takes for a walk is several times more than before.

What was Jeany doing while you were walking?

It stayed home.

Because it only walks for ten minutes.

In other words…

In other words…

"They left home to have fun",

"and still didn't return".

"I am the only one left at home".

"So lonely, so angry".

"I have to make mom scold Kumi even more".

So,

increasing the amount of walking made things worse.

Exactly.

Yes!

Smart dogs can predict human behavior patterns,

and think about how to act.

Especially for neurotic dogs who are good at observing their surroundings.

I… see.

Because you are so calm,

I didn't even know.

You like me so much?

Maybe you'll be happier if I only have you.

Mrs. Kadota…

I guess so.

It's not suitable for group life…

Why do you have to say something hurtful?

I'm telling the truth…

It's your job to find a solution!

Aren't you trying to save all the dogs?

Just wait.

Not suitable for group life

doesn't mean it's entirely impossible.

Let's find a way together.

Can you bring Jeany to the classroom?

Okay.

Even if I teach it "not to give Kumi commands",

I'm afraid it's meaningless.

If you want to improve the overall balance,

you must broaden Jeany's vision.

That is, to re-socialize it.

Well…

What does that mean?

You don't know either?

The socialization training for dogs

should start in the puppy stage.

We'll start from the beginning

at Jeany's pace.

Ok.

TODAY'S KEY ADVICE 3 weeks to 12 weeks after the birth

SOCIALIZATION PERIOD of the dog is called socialization period.

In this period, they should adapt to various things in the outside world.

SOCIALIZATION TRAINING Socialization training is very important.

The first is to let them adapt to various sounds and smells,

and all kinds of people.

Let them know humans come in various sizes,

with voices high and low and so on.

We should also make them accustomed to a variety of environments.

Parks, level crossings, stairs.

Shopping streets, inside vehicles, swimming pools.

They can be anywhere.

Jeany, what's wrong?

For instance, large garbage bags on the street.

When they first see it,

it may be seen as a suspicious large object making a rustling sound.

But if they see it frequently,

they'll get used to it.

They also need to get used to other dogs,

bid and small,

gentle and troublesome.

TODAY'S KEY ADVICE Socialization.

So that's how it is.

Do you understand?

I understand.

Because the people at the pet store told me

Chihuahuas don't need to be walked.

So I believed them.

I protected it from unpleasant things,

from facing frightening situations.

I've been taking great care of it,

but as a result, I narrowed its vision.

No matter how much we care for it from a human's perspective,

the dog will not be happy.

Because a dog is a dog.

Only if we understand their habits

and treat them as creatures different from humans,

as "dogs",

can they truly be happy.

OK.

So, Mrs. Kadota made up her mind to help Jeany with socialization training.

Alright, let's go for a walk.

Initially, have Jeany sit in the pet stroller

and accompany Kumi for a walk.

After it gets used to it,

gradually let it walk on the ground.

If it gets scared, let it get back in the stroller.

Let it acclimate to the outside environment gradually.

Mr. Niwa said it might take some time since it's already five,

but if we slowly broaden its vision as a dog,

maybe Jeany could turn back from a moving toy

to what a dog is supposed to be.

DOG TRAINING PROUD DOG

DOG TRAINING PROUD DOG Since we started to take walks,

its appetite has gotten much bigger,

unlike before.

Its weak thighs have also started to build strength.

After getting home from a walk,

Kumi and it sleep very soundly.

They can't even hear the doorbell.

Look.

-So cute! -So healing!

Right?

So adorable.

In the classroom,

Senior Uruson and Leo will also help

in training for it to adapt to other dogs.

Sanju, you can't do it yet.

Mrs. Kadota, look.

Jeany has greeted another dog by touching noses for the first time.

Jeany.

If the owner gives up,

the dog will stop developing.

But as long as the owner does not give up,

the dog can grow for a lifetime.

That's what it says in this book too.

LIVING WITH DOGS Hehe.

DOG TRAINING PROUD DOG

You're amazing, Miyu.

Right?

Yeah!

Despite not even a year of studying dog training,

you noticed things that a five-year owner didn't notice.

I'm talented, right?

Definitely!

In this way, I will soon be able to train all sorts of dogs.

Hey.

Before dreaming about training other dogs,

get your Sanju to behave.

Sanju!

-I just mopped the floor! -Don't let him get carried away.

What's the matter?

I just want to encourage him.

Oh.

Go home.

TODAY'S KEY ADVICE

The ways of raising dogs

vary with the breed, individual personality,

and the living environment.

The methods and ideas presented this time

are not applicable to all dogs.

Please be aware.

(Next Episode: Sanju, Sit!)