Learning Theory for a New Generation (A blog from 10 years ago that I still like…)
What I learned from Dr Dunbar at a weekend conference! I spent three days sitting in a conference room listening to Dr. Ian Dunbar talk about dogs, training and learning theory; and somewhere during day three I had an epiphany! You see, I have a…
Sit Part 3…Signal & Cue!
Now you have to decide which verbal cue or hand signal you will be using for “sit”. As with all of my training, I focus on hand signals first! Remember, DOGS DON’T SPEAK ENGLISH! I simply modified the luring movement of my hand with the…
Sit Part 2….How it’s done and using a clicker!
OK, at this point you know that a polite “sit” is the way your dog asks for something or says please. Now for the big question, how do we teach sit? Well, we know that “sit” is when a dog puts his/her rump on the…
Will I Always Have to Use Treats?
This is a common question that rarely gets a complete answer, and to give you the best answer, this post will be a little heavy in terms and psycho-babble…I’ll apologize up front, but I have a BA in Psych from KU (Rock Chalk!) So, training…
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KISS Dog Training recommendation: Forever Home…: Dog Training 101 & How To Be A Better Shelter Volunteer
This book is specifically geared to be a better shelter volunteer or pet foster, but there is a ton of information for folks to better understand their dog and learn how to get better behavior from them (which will also get them adopted faster). So Read more →
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KISS Dog Training recommendations: Meet Your Dog: The Game-Changing Guide to Understanding Your Dog’s Behavior
Ok, this book is really a game-changer! It covers both the idea of nature (genetics and breeding) and nurture (what and how we raise them) and unapologetically points out you must understand both. Still, science-based, positive reiforcement and a Book I require many of my Read more →
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