Hi @John424242 When you chase the dog for 30 minutes and sometimes let the dog have it, you are practising intermittent positive reinforcement....
Hi @Diablo Understand the issue. Believe me, the other handlers will be too busy with their own dogs to even notice what is going on with your...
Hi @Andrea0408 If he is starting to lose his baby teeth, then his gums could be an issue. If the smell does not subside, then yes go to visit....
Understood. But during the reward parts you may be standing there while you're dog sniffs. That's good. Distance should not be the objective....
Hi @Supermom I would put your dog on a 10 metre long line. If he heels well for say 5 metres, then give him a relesse cue. He can have time off....
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@Jennifer Spence What toys does he have in the garden? If none, think also of some interactive toys to keep him stimulated.
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Hi @Jennifer Spence You can try putting very large tocks down or laying chicken wire just under the surface. Positive route. Create his own...
Apart from classical conditioning, positive training is grounded on the premise that the dog's behaviour is purposeful, in the sense that the dog...
Remember it is the dog who decides what is a high value birthday gift. They mirror our behaviour although we humans are taught to at least look...
Glad it worked @Sue Aude France.. Over time try clicking and treating every two seconds, then every three seconds and so on. Once you get to 5...
Hi @Sue Aude France Since the path is very narrow you will need to train sit stay plus quietness in environments in which you have at least 3...
Hi @Jade Very attentive. I would guess Lincoln is very quick on the uptake.
Thanks for the information @Ski-Patroller
Hi Sue tail wagging is not necessarily a sign of friendliness. It matters what is happening with the rest of the dog. And how the tail is being...
Hi @Sue Aude France Welcome to the forum. I think we need more information. Is he barking and jumping at people because he is friendly or...
Hi @Oban Welcome to the site. Please read https://www.thelabradorsite.com/labrador-puppy-exercise-how-much-is-too-much/ I'd err on the side of...
Try adding it to your avatar. Otherwise you have to be a supporting member or use a third party program. Look up adding photos in the search...
One can use the furniture as part of the Premack Principle. A reward for something you are finding the dog is reluctant to do. You will need to be...
