Teaching Fetch Using Positive Reinforcement Techniques
Who has not watched in awe as a Border Collie at a local park sails through the air, snatches a FrisbeeTM in mid-flight and dashes back to her owner, dropping the Frisbee and waiting in eager anticipation for the next throw? Playing fetch with your dog is fun. It’s also a great way to strengthen the dog/human bond, satisfy your dog’s prey/chase instincts, and provide enough exercise to work off that excess energy that can make him a challenge to live with. A formal retrieve is also required for upper levels of obedience competition.
Counter-Conditioning and Desensitization (CC&D)
Counter conditioning and desensitization (CC&D) involves changing your pup's association with a scary stimulus from negative to positive. The easiest way to give most pups a positive association is with very high-value, really yummy treats. I like to use chicken canned, baked or boiled.
What To Do When Your Dog Is Afraid Of Everyone – Even You!
his paw) to your hand or a target stick.üTrill
Shouts and Whispers
You presented (“Don’t Whisper,” December 2006) some of the same observations I have made in viewing “The Dog Whisperer,” but I believe that you failed to give him credit for two key points.
Why Force-Based Training Methods Are Not Advocated
or because she's not sure what you want her to do; either way
Reinforcing Our Beliefs of Positive Dog Training
Regular readers of WDJ are aware that we advocate a positive approach to dog training, that is, using only dog-friendly methods to teach our canine companions how we want them to behave in our homes, our cars, our arms – our world. We eschew methods that hurt or frighten dogs, even in the name of the supposed “greater good.” We think there are plenty of dog-related examples to justify this stance, but occasionally, we also find it useful to look beyond the dog-training profession for reinforcement for our beliefs.
How to stop a dog from pulling on leash
Any chance you’d like to transform your dog walks from frustrating leash-pulling contests of strength to enjoyable and cooperative outings?
Install an Off-Switch on Playtime
you are in for a lot more of the same."
Best Dog Training Treats for Different Training Scenarios
Experiment with a wide variety of foods to find out what treats your dog loves most. If higher-value treats don't work, remove your dog to a less distracting environment, gradually increasing distractions as he's ready to handle them.
A Progress Report on Positive Dog Training and Our New Dog Otto
and calls him to us for a pet or a treat. He's learned that coming straight to us is consistently rewarding
The Four Principles of Operant Conditioning for Dogs
The dog's behavior makes something good happen. Positive
Touch/Restraint Desensitization Protocol
Touch dog’s shoulder with one hand, feed treat with other hand, remove both hands. Repeat multiple times until touch to the shoulder elicits an automatic look for the other hand to arrive with treat. Move touch process to various other parts of dog’s head and body until a touch anywhere on the dog elicits an auto-look for the delivery of a treat. Pay extra attention to any body part where your touch seems to elicit a more intense response from the dog.