Teach Your Dog Commands In This Order
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Teach Your Dog Commands in This Order
Title:
Teach Your Dog Commands in This Order
Summary:
Dear Adam,
I recently purchased your training book, which I found incredibly insightful?"it's clear you put a lot of effort into it! However, I have some questions about teaching the down/stay and sit/stay commands. Here's what I think is the right approach:
Keywords:
dogs, dog training, pets, animals
Article Body:
Dear Adam,
I bought your book about two weeks ago, and finally, someone has written a training guide that truly makes sense. Great job! It must have taken a lot of time to compile it all.
I'm reaching out because I'm a bit confused about teaching the down/stay and sit/stay commands. Am I on the right track with this approach?
First, I teach my dog the command using repetitions, placing her in the correct position right after saying the command. Gradually, I aim for her to respond with minimal guidance.
Next, I work on increasing distance and duration, then introduce distractions and practice in various locations.
Finally, I use a long line and then transition to off-leash training for reliability.
[Adam:]
Actually, you should start by proofing for distractions, then gradually increase distance?"but ensure you use a long line for this. Without it, unexpected issues might arise.
I’ve gathered this process from your book. Should I move to the next step once my dog performs the command accurately in one session, or continue practicing without adding new steps?
[Adam:]
It takes more than one session. Learning is situational, so practice the same exercise at the same program stage in several locations before progressing.
Is it okay to add distractions during the learning phase after the dog executes the command a few times correctly without correction?
[Adam:]
You're mixing up two phases?"learning and proofing. They are distinct. Only move to the next phase once the previous one is mastered.
Here’s the order: Learning phase, reinforcement phase, then proofing phase.
How long does it take the average dog to learn a new command and be proofed in it?
[Adam:]
It's impossible to pinpoint. It varies based on the trainer, dog, exercise, setting, frequency of practice, etc. Let your dog guide you?"it takes as long as it takes.
Should down/stay and sit/stay be taught in one session or separately?
[Adam:]
Separately.
What order should I follow to teach my dog new commands?
[Adam:]
Start with walking on a loose leash, boundary and perimeter training, sit-stay, down-stay, heel, and then come. This order allows for a natural flow and learning progression.
Sorry for the lengthy message. Any guidance is greatly appreciated. Also, I really enjoy your book.
Thank you!
Sincerely,
Brandee N.
That's all for now, folks!
Adam
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