Predation Substitute Training
Does Your Dog Chase Wildlife, Livestock, or Other Animals?
Are you confining yourself to road walks because park outings feel too overwhelming for you and your dog? Or are walks near wildlife leave you feeling stressed and exhausted? Many dogs have a strong instinct to chase but what if you could change that challenge into something safe, controlled, and enjyable - all while giving your dog the fulfilment they crave?
That’s where Predation Substitute Training (PST) comes in!
Why Choose Predation Substitute Training?
- Prevents Dangerous Chasing Behaviour Chasing wildlife or livestock can put your dog at risk—getting lost, injured, or even facing legal consequences. PST helps you keep them safe while still meeting their needs.
- Keeps Your Dog Mentally and Physically Satisfied Stopping a dog from chasing doesn’t mean suppressing their instincts. PST provides fun, enriching activities that engage their brain and body in a controlled way. .
- Strengthens Your Bond with Your Dog Rather than battling their instincts, you become part of their natural hunting sequence—helping them look to you instead of running off.
- Uses Only Reward-Based, Science-Backed Methods No harsh corrections or punishment—just positive reinforcement, impulse control, and engaging games that tap into what your dog already loves to do.
What Is Predation Substitute Training?
PST is a force-free training approach designed to help dogs with strong prey drive:
- Learn self-control
- Builds engagement
- Creates safe outlets for natural instincts.
- No punishment of natural canine behaviour.
- Redirect to structured games and activities.
- Leaves your dog feeling satisfied.
What Will My Dog Learn?
- How to engage with you instead of wildlife.
- Foundational Exercises.
- Fun alternative activities.
- Impulse control around distractions .
- A stronger recall and focus, even when prey is nearby.
Predation Substitute Training is integrated into our Beyond Your Home – Wildlife level, but if you're interested in a standalone PST course, please email via the button below and I’ll be in touch when the next course is planned.
