- neutered dogs do got through adolescence
- larger breeds mature more slowly
- dog are opportunists
- not dominant
- will push boundaries
- developing coping skills
- safe spaces and practise scenarios
- give opportunity for choice where appropriate
- help dog learn to cope with frustration
- teach calming down from excitement
- pick battles, avoid confrontation
- avoid labelling but take breed traits into account
- dog is given but hormonal changes
- find strong motivations to distract and reward dog – food and toys
- they become touch sensitive
- ttouch
- briefly stoke back/side with back of hand, wait to see what the response is
- slowly explore body with back of hand to see where the dog likes to be touched
- learn some ttouch
- body wraps?
