by Anna Francesca Bradley | May 24, 2017 | Training
The Power of Motivation As a behaviour consultant meeting with clients who are seeking to alter their dog’s behaviour, I am always asking owners to think about their dog’s motivation – what is it for that individual dog that will...
by Barbara Hodel | May 21, 2017 | Animal Behavior, Personal Development, Training
When we get a puppy or a rescue dog, as a first time or an experienced dog owner or as a competitor in a dog sport, we have certain expectations. We hope for the perfect companion or the perfect agility …
by Eileen Anderson | May 17, 2017 | Animal Behavior, Learning Theory, Training
Is “choice” a code word for negative reinforcement? It can be. Seems like that’s the context where I see it pop up the most. I’ve written a lot about choice. Two of my major points are: Many people are confused...
by Anna Francesca Bradley | Apr 24, 2017 | Training
It usually starts when I receive a call from a distressed client who informs me that their dog is, or has, suddenly turned ‘aggressive.’ They tell me their dog has ‘challenged’ them in some way: baring teeth, snarling, growling or...
by Barbara Hodel | Apr 21, 2017 | Animal Behavior, Learning Theory, Pet Guardians, Training
What is the most difficult thing to teach our dogs? Coming back or a great recall? While I do agree that this is a difficult behavior, I do think teaching calm is much more difficult. Being calm is not the …
