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If you adopted a puppy during the COVID-19 pandemic and are now struggling with behavioral issues as life returns to normal, you’re not alone.
As professional dog trainers, we’re passionate about helping dogs and their people succeed together. Today, we’re diving into a topic that often sparks debate in the positive reinforcement training community: jackpotting – the practice of delivering unusually large rewards when a dog performs particularly well.
Our understanding of puppy development has evolved significantly over the years. As professional dog trainers, we’re fascinated by how behavioral science continues to shed new light on the crucial early months of a puppy’s life. We explore what current research tells us about puppy socialization and development.
At K9 Turbo Training, we believe in the power of science-based training methods that strengthen the bond between dogs and their humans. But what exactly is positive reinforcement, and why do we stake our reputation on it?
If you are considering becoming a dog trainer as a profession - or just for fun - this resource may help you get started.
Understanding the four quadrants of training can be daunting, but it is incredibly helpful in making training choices that achieve effective results.
It’s very important in a large group of dogs that everyone learns to cooperate and work together to navigate exciting situations. This helps prevent aggression, frustration, and encourages cooperation among the group. One way to accomplish this is through teaching the dogs roll call when entering or exiting exciting areas.
Animals have a stress response system and they use it to adjust to changes in the world around them.
