Setting the Stage

Funny video of an untrained dog- i.e Beethoven, Ceaser Milan

Core Learning Activity

a) Consistency- i.e- training your dog to sit- speak clearly, say the command (sit), model the behaviour (push rear end down), use a reward system
b) Repetition- No more than 10 minutes at a time/3 times a day- do command many times- focus on one command as oppose to many- perfect each individual skill before moving onto the next
c) Positive Reinforcement (i.e. treats)- go over acceptable types of treats/how many- how too many treats can promote obesity and diabetes
d) Stability- Emphasis routine- children have to have a daily schedule for the dog that it can follow based on what they are doing
e) Seperate place (i.e. crate)- leave alone when its in there

consolidation
-checck lists
-watch other submitted videos. how does my dog compare?
-does my dog listen to the given commands?
-keep notes - what was successful? what needs more work?

-submit a video
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