Last week, we talked about capturing. This week, we’ll discuss shaping behavior. What is Shaping? Shaping breaks a training goal down into smaller steps. You reward your dog as he takes each step toward your larger training goal. For example, …
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Capturing
Last week, we talked about luring to train your dog. This week, we’re going to look at capturing. What is Capturing? Capturing is teaching your dog to perform a natural behavior on cue. You catch your dog performing the desired behavior …
Luring Your Dog
The first training technique I learned was luring your dog into position. I’ve been very successful over the years in using luring for training. Positive Training Techniques While I will be the first to admit that I’ve had to use …
Motivating Your Dog
I’ve learned a lot about motivating your dog the last two years. In part, because I have a difficult dog and in part, because I’ve had to trial without treats or toys. Thinking Outside the Box For years, I only …
When Pigs Fly
I mentioned in a few weeks ago that I’ve been reading When Pigs Fly!: Training Success with Impossible Dogs by Jane Killion. I love this book! My Struggles with Tank My boy Tank is a Great Pyrenees/Mastiff mix. He’s very …
Doing Your Dog Training Homework
I’ve attended several group classes over the years where people clearly aren’t doing their dog training homework. I’m sure it’s frustrating for the trainer, and it’s definitely a waste of your money. Consistency is Key In my experience, the best …
Why We Love ThunderHawk Canine
I can’t say enough good things about ThunderHawk Canine, its trainers, or its owner. I’m a firm believer in voting my dollars. I love it when a business not only offers great services but also aligns with my core values. …
I am (Not) a Dog Trainer
I learned at an early age riding and competing horses that every moment you spend with a horse you are either training or untraining that horse. To put it another way, you are either training your horse to do the …