Basic Dog Training Online Course

Section 3 – Training Techniques

What You Will Learn:

This section will help you understand how dogs learn and why they do what they do.
You will also learn how to effectively train them.

Handouts: The handouts below are in PDF format. Please click to open. You can save them to your device if you wish.

Clear communication
Intro To Training
Positive Reinforcement (this is not a handout but a page on our website)
Treats and Rewards (this is not a handout but a page on our website)
Non-Food Rewards
Clicker Training
Punishment and Corrections (this is not a handout but a page on our website)

Video (below):

Clicker Or Verbal Marker
Training Methods: Capturing, Luring, Shaping
Reinforce Behavior You Want
Rewards
Train in Short Sessions

What to do:

Once you have reviewed the handouts and video clips, decide what reward marker you want to use – a clicker or a verbal marker/word. Determine what is rewarding to your dog in different situations and think about how you can incorporate training throughout the day in short sessions. Start working on reinforcing behavior you want.

Dog Body Language Addendum

What You Will Learn:

You will be more successful with your training if you are able to more clearly read signs from your dog of confusion, stress or fear. A large part of successful training is being able to clearly communicate with your dog. If your dog is confused and does not understand what you want, you will very likely see signs of stress from your dog. This will help you to understand that your dog is not being stubborn or defiant or “blowing you off” but rather your dog simply does not understand what you are asking. By better understanding your dog’s body language, you will be a far more effective trainer.