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In marker training, how a dog responds (or behaves), determines whether the marker will be positive or negative. A positive marker is either the word “yes” or the sound of a clicker, followed by a reward. The most common rewards used during marker training are food,...
Charging the mark is the first step in training your dog. The starting point. Day One. First thing you teach your dog before you introduce commands. Charging the mark teaches the dog to associate the word “yes” or the sound of a clicker, to a high-value reward. ...
Does your dog pee on the floor, or even worse, on people when they enter the house? Often times altering the dog will resolve this problem. What if it continues after altering? How do you handle this situation until the dog is altered? Jessica, Co-Owner and...
6. Use a Leash: When your dog is learning obedience, a leash is a helpful tool. Have your dog drag a short leash so you can stop naughty behavior and help them gain focus outside of training sessions. *** 5. Be Realistic: Don’t issue commands to your dog unless you’re...