Why Hire a Greyhound Specialist?
Monika Minikin brings over 3 years of focused experience working with greyhounds all across Sydney, interstate and even internationally!
She has been supporting greyhound rehoming organisations - including Greyhound Rescue, Hounds in Homes and Greyhounds As Pets - with behavioural consultation and rehabilitation services.
Monika understands the specific needs of this special breed of dog and how to set them up for long term success in their new homes! And she can help your hound too!
Understands and studies the unique learning history of ex-racing greyhounds
Provides compassionate coaching and support
Has experience working with hundreds of hounds across Sydney and internationally through common issues
Experienced with living with special needs, anxious greyhounds
Focus on a welfare-first approach to build confidence and resilience in greyhounds
Offers exclusive sighthound/greyhound-only classes
Focusing on compassion and understanding for rescued greyhounds that are transitioning into their new lives, teaching them the life skills they need to thrive!
Lots of happy hounds benefiting from specialised training!
Rescued greyhounds are one of a kind!
The rescued greyhound's genetics and learning history sets them apart from the average dog and they are very sensitive dogs and need a specialised and gentle approach.
If you have brought an ex racing greyhound into your life, Understanding Canine's greyhound services are designed to set you both up for future success. All training plans follow a positive, empowering, holistic and force free approach!
Just brought your new greyhound home? Understanding Canine can help you get started on the right paw! This includes:
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How to greyhound-proof your house
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Socialising your greyhound
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Preventing behavioural problems
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Foundational behaviours to teach your greyhound
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Enrichment and mental stimulation
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Exercise and physical stimulation while keeping your new greyhound's world small
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Relationship building
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Engagement and focus exercises
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Teaching your greyhound how to self regulate their emotions
I can also coach you through the management and modification of existing behavioural problems:
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Anxiety
- Separation anxiety/isolation distress
- Destructive behaviour
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Freezing
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Reactivity - barking and lunging towards dogs or people
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Pulling on leash
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Unable to recall
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Unable to focus outdoors
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Aggression
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Prey Drive
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Sleep Startle
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Resource Guarding
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Counter surfing
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Demand barking
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... And anything else!
Let's get your training journey started!
Fill out an Intake Form and I'll be in touch to chat about your hound and which services would suit you best!