Using Non-Food Reinforcers for Training Outdoors

using non-food reinforcers for outdoor trainingWhen you are training outdoors, there are many distractions competing for your dog’s attention. To compete effectively, try asking your dog for small behaviors and make your reinforcement substantial. Reinforcers do not always need to be treats; rewards can be anything that your dog finds highly reinforcing!In this video, KPA CTP Sarah Rodriguez is asking her dog Fantasy for a station behavior: four paws on the ground, orienting toward her. Leveraging Fantasy’s love for playing tug, Sarah uses an engaging game of tug as reinforcement. The video vividly showcases the effectiveness of this approach, with the duo thoroughly enjoying the game.
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