Mental exercise is just as effective, if not more so than physical exercise when it comes to a happy and exhausted dog. Spend 10 or 15 minutes teaching your dog new tricks or try your hand at a sport like agility, obedience or nosework. Be sure to ditch the boring...Read More
What are the 4 D's of dog training?
The 4 D’s of training are key to solidifying all your cues and getting a response from your dog when you need it most. Duration refers to how long your dog will continue to do a task without interruption. Distance – There are two parts to increasing distance, one is...Read More
Is sit and stay a learned behavior?
I see so many puppies and adult dogs who do not know how to sit properly because they don’t have the muscle strength to assume or maintain the position. They don’t have the muscle strength to assume or maintain the position: this applies especially to very young and older dogs....Read More
What are the 4 F's for dogs?
The 4 primary fear responses in dogs, also known as the 4 F’s, are Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fidget.
In this blog post, we will explore the 4 primary fear responses in dogs, also known as the 4 F’s: Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fidget.
Understanding the 4 F’s of fear...Read More
How to teach sit and stay?
To teach a dog to stay, ask your dog to lie down. Give your dog a hand signal - for example, a stop sign with the palm of your hand facing your dog. Say 'stay' and then give it to them. It's important to reward your dog while they're still...Read More
Is sitting a behavior in the aba?
A prompting and differential reinforcement procedure was used to increase sitting in a hyperactive, retarded boy in a remedial preschool. This procedure not only increased sitting, but had the additional effects of decreasing posturing while leaving normal walking unaffected, and increasing the use of toys and proximity to children. All...Read More
How do I start teaching agility?
That doesn’t mean you can’t start teaching the foundations that will set you up for success on the agility course though. You can also introduce your dog to low-level agility equipment to get them used to it, which will pay off in spades when they hit the high jumps in...Read More
How many obstacles are there in agility?
The object of this class is to negotiate a full course of agility equipment with a minimum of 15 obstacles to a maximum of 21 obstacles.
The class must include the dog walk, a-frame, seesaw and a set of weave poles.
The object of this course is to negotiate a...Read More
What is the obstacle commitment in dog agility?
Commitment is a huge buzzword in dog agility but what exactly does it mean. Imagine that you’re invited to a 4th of July cookout and you must RSVP to attend. You confirm by email, buy some groceries to make your famous side dish, and decline invitations to other 4th of...Read More
How do you explain dog agility?
Agility is a dog sport, where the dog is handled through an obstacle course. Agility is a sport for you and your dog, and like any sport, can be trained and competed in at different levels. It can be a nice hobby for you and your dog or you can...Read More
How do you demonstrate learning agility?
Learning agile individuals demonstrate the ability to rapidly acquire new skills, adapt to changing circumstances, and apply their knowledge effectively in diverse situations. Demonstrated Adaptability: Look for instances where the candidate successfully navigated change or handled unexpected challenges. Proactive Learning: Candidates should show initiative in acquiring new skills or knowledge...Read More
What are the basic agility commands?
Obstacle Names include Jump, Hup, or Over Tire, Ring or Hoop See Saw, or Teeter.
Directional Commands are Out, or Go Out Here Come Left Right Up.
Action Commands are Get It Touch, or Target Fetch Bring It To Me Off Free Attention, Pay Attention.
Positional Commands are Line Up...Read More
What are the contact obstacles in agility?
The ‘A’ Frame is a piece of equipment that looks exactly like the letter “A”.
Its purpose is to challenge the dog’s ability to walk up and down a 45 degree incline.
The bottom part of each ramp will be a different colour and your dog must put his two...Read More
How many types of obstacles are there?
The following are common types of obstacles.
Problems that stand in the way of goals.
Obstacles are a common part of the human experience that everyone will face.
However, some people have a higher load of obstacles than others potentially due to underlying issues such as poverty.
A problem that...Read More
What are the obstacles for dog agility courses?
Tunnel exits can make or break your run. Dogs anticipate what comes next while still in the tunnel, based on what they saw before entering. Your motion and position play a huge role in determining their exit line. Modern dog agility courses are often designed with multiple options for the...Read More