Focus Forward for the Stand for Exam
This is a wonderful way to teach a dog that is overly friendly, sensitive, shy or cautious of strangers. It gives them something to do while a judge in doing the Stand for Exam in Novice and Utility. It makes the action of the approach predictable and reliable. Using this method will add a big…
Read MoreHow to Fade Props for “Fronts”
Using props such as platforms, perches and gates are a great way to help your dog understand what they need to do in order to sit straight! The big issue is most of us use the same piece of equipment too much. This causes a problem when we remove the prop. The idea is to “use…
Read MoreHow to use a Scratch Board
How to make and use a Scratch Board to maintain your dog’s nails. This is a fantastic alternative to nail clipping. It helps those dogs that hate to have their nails enjoy or tolerate the process.
Read MoreBeginning Perch Training
Teaching your dog to get on a perch. Perches are used for rear end awareness and teaching heel positon.
Read MoreClicker Basics
Learning to “Shape” a behavior with a clicker is a great way to expand your training toolbox. By allowing your dog to offer behaviors and make correct choices creates confidence and commitment to their training. This video will help give you the foundation techniques to get started.
Read MorePart 1 on Teaching your dog to Stay
Having a solid stay is essential to having a well trained dog. On this video, I discuss the foundation of “Stay”. It is important to take your time and be patient with your dog or puppy. The “Stay” is saying freeze. I would only use this cue if I wanted the dog to keep the position they were left in.
Read MoreTraining Treats
Having the right type of rewards will help you get the most out of your training. On this video, I talk about food rewards and the different levels and types to use. https://youtu.be/A7kgqelBqc8
Read MoreTake a break or Go to bed
Teaching your dog to “Take a break” or “Go to Bed” is a very useful exercise with all dogs. Whether your dog is a family pet or competition obedience or agility dog this gives your dog a clear alternative behavior to work or unwanted movement around the house. This video will show the foundation steps…
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