CARE First!

In a world that focuses on transactional training, we focus on your relationship.

About step-by-step instructions

A math teacher once said: "I don't want you to memorize formulas, I want you to understand math." With ADB, you won't have to memorize protocols, you will understand "dog"!

Training = time

Your days are busy. The last thing you need is another chore or the guilty feeling when you can't stick with the program. What if we told you that your dog doesn't need that kind of training?

About the course

Living with a Reactive Dog: Navigating Challenges Together Caring for a reactive dog can be incredibly challenging. While we may not know your specific circumstances, it's understandable if you occasionally feel annoyed, frustrated, confused, or even embarrassed and anxious. Your feelings are valid. However, one of the most crucial steps you can take to improve your situation is to gain a deeper understanding of your dog and their reactive behaviors. Reactivity is fundamentally an emotional issue. Since we cannot simply train emotions away, addressing reactivity effectively means meeting your dog's emotional needs to prevent further "unwanted" behaviors in the future. How can you achieve this? Join us in our “Living with a Reactive Dog” course!

Scott Stauffer and Diana Kastner: Pioneers in CARE First!

Scott Stauffer has long embraced the principles of Affective Dog Behavior and CARE First, even before they developed into what is now recognized as Affective Dog Behavior. His deep interest in affective and social neuroscience, as well as mental health, has significantly influenced his perspective on and interactions with dogs, shaping his entire career. While Scott has a foundation in positive reinforcement training, he stands out as a uniquely skilled K9 Life Coach, prioritizing social-emotional connections and needs. Diana Kastner began her career in rescue rehabilitation. The obstacles she encountered with her own reactive and aggressive dogs prompted her to seek guidance from Scott Stauffer in 2016, and he has been her mentor ever since. Just three years later, Scott and Diana partnered together to officially establish K9 Life Coaching LLC and introduce their signature program, Affective Dog Behavior.

Curriculum

10 Chapters · 138 Lessons

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    WELCOME TO AFFECTIVE DOG BEHAVIOR

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      WELCOME TO AFFECTIVE DOG BEHAVIOR

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      WHAT'S IN THE COURSE

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      WHAT YOU NEED FOR THIS COURSE

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      COURSE INSTRUCTIONS & OTHER INFO

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      REACH OUT TO US

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      EXERCISE: JOURNAL

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    CHAPTER 1: BASIC BRAIN SCIENCE

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      CHAPTER 1 - BASIC BRAIN SCIENCE: WHAT TO EXPECT

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      EXERCISE: JOURNAL

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      THE BRAIN: HUMAN VS DOG

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      THE BRAIN: HOW DOES IT WORK?

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      THE BRAIN: INTERESTIN FACTS

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      THE NERVOUS SYSTEM: BASICS

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      THE NERVOUS SYSTEM: AUTONOMOUS

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      THE NERVOUS SYSTEM: PARASYMPATHETIC VS SYMPATHETIC

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      EXERCISE: CONNECT

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      THE 7 PRIMARY EMOTIONAL SYSTEMS

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      DOES STRESS INHIBIT LEARNING?

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      CARE SYSTEM

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      CARE COCKTAIL: ENDOGENOUS OPIOIDS

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      CARE COCKTAIL: OXYTOCIN

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      EXERCISE: WATER

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      PANIC/GRIEF SYSTEM

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      CARE & PANIC/GRIEF BELONG TOGETHER

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      MAKING THE CASE FOR CONNECTION

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      QUIZ TIME

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      EXERCISE: JOURNAL

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    CHAPTER 2: A LOOK AT REACTIVITY

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      CHAPTER 2 - A LOOK AT REACTIVITY: WHAT TO EXPECT

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      DEFINITION

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      IS IT FEAR OR AGGRESSION?

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      IN AFFECTIVE DOG BEHAVIOR

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      REACTIVE TENDENCIES

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      IT IS INVOLUNTARY

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      EXERCISE: JOURNAL

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      WHY CARE?

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      QUIZ TIME

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    CHAPTER 3: LIVING WITH A REACTIVE DOG

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      CHAPTER 3 - LIVING WITH A REACTIVE DOG: WHAT TO EXPECT

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      CARE FIRST: A STORY INTRODUCTION

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      CARE FIRST!

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      OF CARE AND COMFORT TOUCH

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      COMFORT TOUCH

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      NOT OVER THE HEAD

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      SLOW DEEP PETS VS FAST PETS

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      "LAST ONE"

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      EXERCISE: "LAST ONE"

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      BODY POSITION/PLACEMENT VS BODY LANGUAGE

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      BODY POSITION/PLACEMENT MATTERS

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      BODY LANGUAGE: WORRIED DOG

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      BODY LANGUAGE: PLAY

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      BODY LANGUAGE: MISCELLANEOUS

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      VIDEOS: BODY POSITION, PLACEMENT & LANGUAGE

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      CHECK-INS

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      EXERCISE: CHECK-INS

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      LEASH HANDLING: VIDEO INTRODUCTION

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      LEASH HANDLING PART 1: DON'T PULL

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      LEASH HANDLING PART 2: WHAT ABOUT THE DOG?

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      LEASH HANDLING PART 3: "STOP"

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      LEASH HANDLING PART 4: RUN, DODGE, HAVE FUN

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      EXERCISE: LEASH ROLEPLAY

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      SHOW INTEREST IN WHAT INTERESTS YOUR DOG

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      WAIT CUE

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      EXERCISE: WAIT CUE

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      TRIGGER STACKING

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      TRIGGER STACKING AND ADB

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      WHEN YOU FEEL UNSAFE

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      EXERCISE: "STOP" INDOORS

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      QUIZ TIME

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    CHAPTER 4: YOUR DOG'S NEEDS

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      CHAPTER 4 - YOUR DOG'S NEEDS: WHAT TO EXPECT

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      WAYS TO IDENTIFY NEEDS

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      THE IMPORTANCE OF MEETING NEEDS

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      EMOTIONAL CONNECTION

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      CONNECTION SEEKING

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      EXERCISE: CONNECTION SEEKING

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      EMOTIONAL SUPPORT

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      FREEDOM TO SELF-EXPRESS

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      CHOICE

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      EXERCISE: CHOICE

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      WATER

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      PLAY

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      ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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      THE RIGHT TO SAY "NO"

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      WHEN IN DOUBT, ASK

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      NEEDS IN REAL LIFE

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      IMPORTANT CONVERSATIONS

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      BLOCKING AN "INTRUDER" FOR SPACE

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      EXERCISE: BLOCKING AN INTRUDER

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      BLOCK TO SELF-PROTECT

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      EXPLORING A NEW AREA

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      PREPARATIONS FOR UPCOMING OUTDOOR EXERCISES

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      EXERCISE: PART 1

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      QUIZ TIME

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    CHAPTER 5: REACTIVITY FLOW

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      CHAPTER 5 - REACTIVITY FLOW

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      REACTIVITY HACKS

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      EXERCISE: PART 2

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    CHAPTER 6: BEFORE STRESS HAPPENS

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      CHAPTER 6 - BEFORE STRESS HAPPENS: WHAT TO EXPECT

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      RELAXED STATE

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      YOUR DOG'S BRAIN PROTOCOL

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      EXERCISE: THINK ABOUT MOTIVATIONS

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      TAKE THE LIVING ROOM OUTSIDE

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      ORIENTING & HABITUATION

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      VIDEO: DYSON HATES HORSES

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      VIDEO: HOW TO HELP YOUR DOG NOT REACT

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      EXERCISE: PART 3

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      VIDEO: WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN WALKING A DOG

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      VIDEO: WHAT YOU WON'T SEE

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      VIDEO: KNOCK, KNOCK - WHO'S THERE

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      BONUS LESSON: MULTI-DOG TENSION

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      EXERCISE: POTTY FOR ALL

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      REMINDER

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    CHAPTER 7: DURING A STRESSFUL (TRIGGER) EVENT

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      CHAPTER 7 - DURING A STRESSFUL EVENT: WHAT TO EXPECT

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      TRIGGER WARNING

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      REACTIVE STATE

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      VIDEO: DAY 1 OF AN INTENSE TRAINING SESSION

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      VIDEO: DAY 2 OF AN INTENSE TRAINING SESSION

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      EXERCISE: SELF-CARE

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      ASK QUESTIONS

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      VIDEO: WALKING WITH A REACTIVE DOG

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      VIDEO: WATCH FOR CHECK-INS

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      VIDEO: PROPER INTRODUCTION OF TWO REACTIVE DOGS

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      VIDEO: INNER-CITY REACTIVITY

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      VIDEO: LOOSE DOG APPROACHING

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      EXERCISE: SELF-CARE

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      VIDEO: STRANGER DANGER

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      VIDEO: OBJECT DANGER

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      MIA MEETS LUCY

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      EXERCISE: SPEND TIME WITH YOUR DOG

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      REMINDER

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    CHAPTER 8: AFTER STRESS

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      CHAPTER 8 - AFTER STRESS: WHAT TO EXPECT

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      RECOVERY STATE

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      EXERCISE: JOURNAL

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      WAYS TO RECOVER

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      VIDEO: RECOVERY IN REAL LIFE

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      VIDEO: TRIGGERS AND RECOVERY IN REAL LIFE

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      IT'S OKAY TO BE UPSET!

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      EXERCISE: JOURNAL

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      REMINDER

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    CONGRATULATIONS

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      BONUS LESSON: AN UNCUT TRAINING VIDEO

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      DEAR DOG GUARDIAN

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      CONGRATULATIONS

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