Daily Archives: February 4, 2023

positive reinforcement, schedules of reinforcement, using food in dog training

Dog Training Schedules of Reinforcement

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Dog training schedules of reinforcement
04
Feb

Dog Training Schedules of Reinforcement By Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, (Dog Behaviorist) Certified Dog Behavior Consultant Food is a commonly used reward in dog training, providing a positive reinforcement that motivates dogs to perform desired behaviors. By pairing food with certain behaviors, trainers can shape and reinforce new behaviors in dogs, leading to improved […]

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classical conditioning, how dogs learn, learning theory, operant conditioning

How Dogs Learn

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How Dogs Learn
04
Feb

How Dogs Learn By Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, (Dog Behaviorist), Certified Dog Behavior Consultant. Dogs are highly intelligent creatures that can learn through a variety of methods. They can be trained to perform various tasks and behaviors, including obedience commands, tricks, and even therapy work. To understand how dogs learn, it is important to […]

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behavior modification, dog training, engagement

How and why to teach a dog “engage, disengage”

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Dog Training Engage Disengage
04
Feb

How and why to teach a dog “engage, disengage” By Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA (Dog Behaviorist,) Certified Dog Behavior Consultant How and why to teach a dog “engage, disengage” is a training concept that professional dog trainers and dog behaviorists widely use to help dogs focus on their handlers and improve their behavior. It […]

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behavior modification, counter-surfing, dog training

How to stop a dog counter-surfing

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How to stop a dog counter-surfing
04
Feb

How to stop a dog counter-surfing By Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, (Dog Behaviorist), Certified Dog Behavior Consultant. Updated and republished March 9th, 2024 Introduction to Counter-Surfing and Table-Grabbing When pet guardians notice their beloved canine companion lifting items off counters and tables, they are witnessing behaviors commonly referred to as counter-surfing and table-grabbing. These […]

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behavior modification, dog training, Dog Training Myths

Top Ten Dog Training Myths

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Top Ten Dog Training Myths
04
Feb

Top Ten Dog Training Myths By Will Bangura, M.S., CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, (Dog Behaviorist,) Certified Dog Behavior Consultant Dog training is essential to dog ownership and helps establish a strong bond between the owner and the pet. However, there are many myths surrounding dog training that can be harmful and lead to ineffective training methods. This […]

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