The Los Angeles Bully Department

Canine A.W.A.R.E. is the first program of it's kind anywhere in the world and was created by the Los Angeles Bully Department. It is a multi part curriculum starting at 3 days old (before the eyes are opened), up until the puppy or dog is in their new home, and includes early neurological stimulation, communication building, behavior guiding and many other specified exposures that help our dogs become balanced family members and respectable additions to society.  

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All of the below parts of this curriculum include exposure to NVC (Non Verbal Communication). Dogs speak with body language and energy, we speak with body language and words... when you learn how to meet in the middle, it creates a deeper level of trust, focus and bonding that we feel truly solidifies the foundation of a great relationship with your animal. By the time your puppy goes to your home they are fully fluent in NVC and know that when the vocal words stop, the energy speaking begins and that requires their full attention. 

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Part I : C.A. Bio Sensor (You can read about the original Bio Sensor program here.) The Canine A.W.A.R.E. Bio sensor utilizes all of the original components of the Bio Sensor program as well as some added steps that we feel are just as important such as additional scent and texture exposures.  This part of the program also starts shaping a natural confidence posture during feedings and early introduction to balance toys and an exercise wheel to help promote body awareness and maneuverability at a young age. 

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Part II : Sensory exposure and physical tolerance examination. This part of the program provides a building of trust and curiosity which helps give the confidence and mental strength that our puppies can reference in times they might be feeling unsure. They are introduced to new sounds that might typically cause fear or anxiety in their adult stages of life (fireworks, loud music, thunder, children playing, etc.) as well as visual stimulation to help them navigate new surroundings and scenarios calmly. At this stage the puppies have pretty much mastered the exercise wheel / balance toys and are introduced to flirt / spring pole sessions, and focused play to strengthen the body and mental awareness they have already started learning. 

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Part III : Temperament testing under stress scenarios. This part of the program utilizes the obedience and focus training puppies have been introduced to during scenarios that would typically induce stress or fear in most dogs. Focus, and basic obedience training in crowded areas, in the car, around other animals etc. are vital to ensure the puppy has options and learns that fear and anxiety are not necessary. This is also where recovery time management comes into play so even if there is a negative response present, the recovery/re focus time is quick and fluid so the puppy learns that they can freely move forward with calm direction.  

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Part IIII : Living outside of familiarity. At this stage of the program puppies are ready to be introduced to new handlers and unfamiliar territory by living with an experienced foster family for a regulated amount of time before being available to the public and any potential new homes.  The L.A.B.D. works closely with veteran dog trainers, and various, highly experienced dog handlers to expose the puppy (or dog) to new living scenarios and to solidify commands learned from day one to be sure the transition to a new family is done smoothly and easily.  Familiar commands will be reinforced daily during this time as well as new commands being introduced to test the adaptability and eagerness to learn with a new handler. They will be exposed to a multitude of scenarios and in home living and will return with thorough progress reports so we are sure to match the appropriate puppy/dog to the right family when they become available.  

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