Don’t mind your dog giving a woof or two when people pass or approach the house—but want him to stop when you’ve got the message? Extra credit Your goal is for the dog to come away from the window to find you on the “thanks” cue. When you’ve accomplished that, try skipping the cue. Your dog may come to see …
Visiting the groomer or vet can be a tense experience for both the guardian and the dog, especially if the environment has stressful associations and outcomes. At my training facility in Chicago, our Ready…Set…for Groomer and Vet! program integrates fun games into group sessions, and then brings the activities and behaviors next door to a veterinarian office, where we also …
This article is shared for historical reference and enjoyment. While it reflects the best practices at the time of publication (03/01/2005), standards and recommendations may have evolved. This article was first published in Clean Run magazine; reprinted with permission. Cues as reinforcers Here’s something people often don’t get, and not just in agility training: cues—the signals you give your dog to …
