🍖Using treats in dog training can be effective, but it's important to avoid dependency on them.
⏰Timing is crucial when using food rewards and marker words to train your dog.
🗣️Introducing marker words like 'yes' helps communicate correctness to your dog.
🤝Gradually transition from using food rewards to hand signals for commands.
🐶Teaching your dog to respond to hand signals enhances their understanding and independence in training.
Why is it important to avoid dependency on food treats in dog training?
—Relying solely on food treats can lead to dogs only obeying commands when they see treats. It's essential to train dogs to listen without constant reliance on treats.
What is the purpose of using a marker word like 'yes' in training?
—A marker word, like 'yes,' signals to your dog that they have performed correctly, allowing for reinforcement timing and reducing dependency on treats.
How can I transition from using food rewards to hand signals in training?
—Start by associating hand signals with commands while still using food rewards. Gradually reduce food dependence and reinforce proper responses with hand signals instead.
Why is timing important when using food rewards and marker words?
—Dogs associate rewards with their most recent behavior. Timely delivery of rewards and marker words ensures they understand what is being reinforced.
How can teaching hand signals enhance my dog's training?
—Hand signals provide a visual cue that supports verbal commands. Teaching hand signals enhances your dog's understanding and independence, making training more effective.
00:00Using treats in dog training is effective but avoid dependency.
04:09Marker words like 'yes' communicate correctness to your dog.
05:10Transition from using food to hand signals for commands.
06:45Deliver rewards with proper timing and reinforce correct behavior.
09:31Hand signals enhance understanding and independence in training.
