Posts Tagged ‘learning’
When can I stop using the…
Today I thought I’d address a question that we occasionally get asked by clients…
“At what point can I stop using (the clicker/treats) with my dog for the behavior I am working on improving?”
This is actually a really interesting question to answer since it brings to light several aspects of dog learning and helps everyone understand better why dogs are motivated to do certain behaviors. In the example below (jumping up on the person when exiting the crate) here’s how I answered…
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Have you ever wondered how your dog or cat figures out how to do what? It is because of two types of learning that they are especially good at: associative learning, and learning by consequence.
When working with companion animals, regardless of whether you are teaching obedience cues, working on tricks, or addressing complex behavior problems, understanding the way they learn will make the process easier and more successful.
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