Just as dedication fuels your efforts to train and compete, motivation drives your dog’s willingness to learn and excel. This blog post digs deep into the essence of dedication, highlighting the sacrifices and efforts required to succeed in agility. It also explores the various forms of motivation that propel both you and your dog towards your shared goals. Join us as we unravel the secrets to a fulfilling…
By adopting positive reinforcement techniques, you can become the beacon of positivity in your dog’s life, fostering a relationship built on trust, respect, and joy. Join us as we embark on a journey to discover the profound impact of being the good guy in your dog’s life through positive reinforcement. Behaviourism – Operant Conditioning Operant conditioning involves changing an animal’s voluntary behaviour by means of the consequences of…
Training your dog using operant conditioning and positive reinforcement involves a process known as ‘shaping‘. This means that you teach a complete behaviour (e.g. touching a target) by breaking it down into several small stages that are easy for the dog to understand and learn. Positive reinforcement (PR) involves rewarding the dog for performing a behaviour correctly. But in many cases, the dog won’t be at your side,…
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