Mental blocks - the real reason why many fail at dog training

The most common reason why people fail in training their dog is mental blocks and deeply rooted beliefs. These invisible beliefs not only prevent us from being successful in dog training - they also hold us back in life itself.

I deliberately say in life, because the same patterns that block you in dog training also work in other areas of life. Your dog simply brings these issues to the surface mercilessly and precisely. It often takes a lot of self-deception to not recognize or want to admit what your dog is mirroring.

Beliefs - that carry us or hold us back

Everyone has beliefs. However, the decisive factor is whether they support or sabotage us.

Whether they give us strength or rob us of energy.

Whether they create order or chaos, clarity or confusion, joy or frustration.

These unconscious mental attitudes control our behavior, our reactions - and therefore our entire life. Not only when dealing with dogs, but also at work, in relationships and in everyday life.

Why dogs are our best mirrors

In everyday life, we often manage to avoid our inner issues.

We avoid conversations that could upset us emotionally and avoid situations that challenge us - usually to avoid conflict or to be considerate of others.

That doesn't work with a dog.

It reflects your inner states directly and bluntly. What you repress within yourself, it shows in your behavior.

That is why many people are led by their dog to places that they would otherwise cleverly avoid - and that is precisely where the gift lies.

The fatal mistake in dog training

Ignoring the mental aspect of dog training would be a fatal mistake.

Because it is precisely these inner blockages that are one of the most common reasons why people fail to train their dog in a way that is suitable for everyday use or to lead them out of problematic behavior patterns.

Only when you start to work on your own inner convictions will your dog's behavior change in the long term.