Foundations
How dogs learn, how to structure sessions, and how to troubleshoot training stalls.
How Dogs Learn
A plain-language intro to reinforcement, timing, and training clarity.
Positive Reinforcement vs. Other Methods
Why reward-based methods create better long-term outcomes and trust.
Choosing and Using Rewards
Use treats, toys, praise, and life rewards strategically.
Marker Words and Clickers
What a marker is, why timing matters, and how to charge a clicker or marker word.
Training Session Structure
Session length by age, how often to train, where to start, and how to end on a win.
Reading Your Dog's Body Language
Signs of engagement, stress, and overarousal, and when to stop a session.
Troubleshooting: When Training Stalls
Five questions to work through when progress stops, before blaming the dog.