If your dog could talk, they would tell you that they prefer training with trust, rewards, and clear communication. Training that involves fear, pain, and force can have detrimental side effects for your dog including fear, anxiety, and aggression. These are the main reasons I have landed on force-free techniques! Some of the methods and philosophies I utilize in training are illustrated below. Remember that there is no magic wand in dog training and behavior modification. It takes time, patience, and understanding to help your dog succeed.
Two of the four quadrants of operant conditioning including R+ and P-
Like adding reinforcers like treats to a wanted behavior (R+) and removing attention when your dog jumps up on you (P-).
Like adding reinforcers like treats to a wanted behavior (R+) and removing attention when your dog jumps up on you (P-).
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Counter Conditioning and Desensitization To create a positive association with something your dog seems to have a negative association with (at a distance, and then working closer). |
Luring Your dog follows a treat inside your hand to move them from place to place or get them into a position (like a sit) rather than having to physically touch your dog. |
Shaping & Capturing
Rewarding small increments toward a goal behavior & rewarding a desirable behavior your dog offers on their own, without prompting.
Rewarding small increments toward a goal behavior & rewarding a desirable behavior your dog offers on their own, without prompting.
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ALPHA DOG?
Your dog is not trying to take over the world, or your house. Dominance Theory was debunked! I do NOT use physical force to "dominate" dogs. Your dog will thank you for taking the time to learn about how they actually behave and learn.
Your dog is not trying to take over the world, or your house. Dominance Theory was debunked! I do NOT use physical force to "dominate" dogs. Your dog will thank you for taking the time to learn about how they actually behave and learn.
