Teach your dog to settle – at home and on the go

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Teach your dog to settle – at home and on the go

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This in-depth, easy-to-follow guide by Clinical Animal Behaviourist Roz Pooley shows you how to teach your dog to calmly rest on a mat at home and take a break on walks, using evidence-based, compassionate methods.

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Why settling matters

Many dogs struggle to switch off, especially those who are fast-paced, easily distracted, or highly aroused outdoors.

Teaching your dog to settle:

Encourages emotional regulation and relaxation
Helps manage over-arousal that can lead to reactivity
Builds your dog’s ability to wait patiently in real-life situations—like cafés, at home, or when chatting to someone on a walk
Provides essential rest breaks for anxious or energetic dogs

What you’ll learn

This guide walks you step-by-step through teaching two invaluable settle behaviours:

Mat Settle (at home) – Build a strong, positive association with a mat or bed and reinforce calm, still behaviour
Park Settle (on walks) – Teach your dog to pause calmly mid-walk, helping them take a breather or wait while you stop

You’ll also learn how to:

Avoid common mistakes that hinder relaxation
Reinforce stillness and shape increasingly calm body language
Introduce distractions gradually without overwhelming your dog
Use settle training to enhance connection and trust between you and your dog

Who it’s for

Whether you’re working with a lively adolescent, a rescue learning to navigate the world, or a dog who’s simply ‘on the go’ too much—this guide is for you. It’s suitable for beginners and experienced trainers alike, and ideal for those using force-free methods grounded in behavioural science.

Created by Roz Pooley, Clinical Animal Behaviourist

This guide reflects the calm, methodical and thoughtful approach The Mutty Professor is known for. Backed by years of professional experience and ethical practice, it’s a trusted resource to help both you and your dog enjoy more balance—together.

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