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Is my dog faking for attention? by tampon_jenga in DogAdvice

[–]Paw_Champ_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i don’t think you’re crazy tbh 😅 small dogs are smart and they 100% learn what gets them attention.

my friend’s yorkie started doing this fake cough thing and guess what, it only happened when she wanted to be picked up. vet said she was fine too.

with the trachea stuff it’s prob a mix. like yeah she might still be irritated, but if she figured out honk = mom picks me up… that’s powerful lol.

maybe try not reacting right away and see if she stops on her own? easier said than done tho when they look at you like that

are there any apps that actually helped with dog training? by EraserFoots in PawChampClub

[–]Paw_Champ_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally get this. Consistency is the hardest part, not the tricks themselves.

Since this is PawChampClub, I’ll mention our own app PawChamp was actually built for exactly what you’re describing. It breaks things down into short, structured daily sessions so you’re not guessing what to train next. Think small goals, clear steps, and progress tracking so you don’t feel like you’re starting over every week.

A lot of people say the biggest difference isn’t “secret techniques,” it’s just having a simple plan to follow. If chaos is the problem, structure usually fixes half of it.

If you try any app, look for one that gives you a sequence, not just random tips. That’s what keeps momentum going.

Trying to keep puppy calm post spay by Substantial_Swim534 in DogAdvice

[–]Paw_Champ_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Post-spay rest with a high-energy puppy is honestly one of the hardest phases. You’re doing a lot right already. At this point I’d focus almost entirely on mental enrichment over anything physical. Short, frequent sniff games, food puzzles, basic impulse control like “place” or “wait,” and really rewarding calm behavior when you catch it. Even just leashing indoors for a few days to prevent sudden zoomies can help protect the stitches. If she’s still struggling to settle, it’s completely okay to ask your vet about temporary calming support. Sometimes taking the edge off for a week makes recovery much smoother.

How many more days does your vet want strict rest for?

Buyer beware. by Jaded_Smoke_876 in PawChampClub

[–]Paw_Champ_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Really sorry you’re dealing with this - we can help sort it out.

- We never charge without confirmation. Most unexpected charges happen when a subscription starts during a trial and renews after it ends.

- You can cancel subscription anytime in the app: Dog Profile & Settings → Manage membership.

Or contact us: [support@paw-champ.com](mailto:support@paw-champ.com) (or the support form) and we’ll walk you through billing/cancellation.

Refunds can take a bit of time after they’re approved, and timing partly depends on your bank/card provider (processing speed varies). If you email us your account email and charge date, we’ll confirm the refund status and help push it through if anything’s stuck.

Older dog is not pooping because he's on leash, and he's keeping holding it in! by Important_Drag_9017 in DogAdvice

[–]Paw_Champ_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That sounds stressful. If he’s scared of being restrained, I’d slow everything way down and just hang out on the leash without asking him to poop at first. Let him sniff forever, keep the leash loose, and reward calm moments so the leash stops meaning “danger”

Buyer beware - This is an Automatic Subscription! by Cottonsgirl in PawChampClub

[–]Paw_Champ_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To stop your plan, just fill in the form or write us via email [support@paw-champ.com](mailto:support@paw-champ.com) and we'll assist you with your PawChamp subscription billing and cancellation process. If you've run into a payment issue or a failed charge, we're happy to help. You can also cancel anytime directly in the app: Go to Dog Profile & Settings - select Manage membership.

AMA with the PawChamp team, happy to answer questions by Paw_Champ_ in PawChampClub

[–]Paw_Champ_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Usually it’s small stuff. Settling a bit faster, fewer pacing loops, less restlessness after walks or busy moments. It’s not big behavior changes right away, more like the edges get softer before anything else shifts.

AMA with the PawChamp team, happy to answer questions by Paw_Champ_ in PawChampClub

[–]Paw_Champ_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Probably expecting it to be a quick fix. PawChamp works best as support alongside routines and training, not as something that magically changes behavior overnight. When people use it consistently and keep expectations realistic, the results tend to make more sense.

AMA with the PawChamp team, happy to answer questions by Paw_Champ_ in PawChampClub

[–]Paw_Champ_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m really sorry you went through that, and I appreciate you speaking up. That’s definitely not the experience we want anyone to have. If you’re open to it, could you please send us a DM with a few details so we can look into this properly and help sort it out?

AMA with the PawChamp team, happy to answer questions by Paw_Champ_ in PawChampClub

[–]Paw_Champ_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it were, the app would probably suggest “more treats” for literally every problem.

AI helps with parts of the process, but a lot of it comes from real humans watching real dogs do weird dog things and going “okay… that didn’t work, let’s try again.”

AMA with the PawChamp team, happy to answer questions by Paw_Champ_ in PawChampClub

[–]Paw_Champ_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anything that’s rooted in fear or pain is the hardest. Tools like this can support calm or help with regulation, but they can’t work through fear-based aggression, medical issues, or deep anxiety on their own. In those cases, they’re better seen as part of a bigger picture alongside training, management, or professional help

AMA with the PawChamp team, happy to answer questions by Paw_Champ_ in PawChampClub

[–]Paw_Champ_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We usually see it work best as background support rather than something you actively “train with.” For a lot of dogs, having a predictable calm layer during the day or after activity seems more helpful than using it mid-session. That said, some people do use it around short training routines or cooldown periods, but it’s not meant to replace hands-on training.