Yung Zo
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Update #6 - Dog Training I made an effort to really focus on the heel position and a loose leash walk. I spent the first 10 minutes with Maggie in the backyard to get her warmed up and familiar with the heel command. I got her comfy with the position/placement I'd like her to be in during a heel command. I put in the effort and the repetitions for this session. We made our way to the front yard. I walked her around the driveway. I walked her around the lawn. I walked her up and down the sidewalk. Desirable behavior -> Marked with a "Yes" -> Rewarded with a treat. Rinse and repeat. Non-desirable behavior -> Marked with a "No" -> Quick pop on the leash. Rinse and hopefully I don't have to repeat.
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Yung Zo
@yungzo
Putting in the reps: I went back and forth, up and down, sit and stay! Marker and Treats: "Yes! That's a good girl!" -> Treats I did this a lot. In the past I'd be somewhat conscious and shy about doing this if there were people outside. Probably because I'm older, have kids, etc... I didn't really care. I was into it. Maggie walked by my side 75% of the time. Possibly 85% of the time. She led a few steps ahead a few times, but I corrected her. We also were able to find some distractions by passing by a house that had a dog barking in the backyard. I was able to manage her focus. This is such a huge improvement. I really didn't want to pay for a training to point out all the things I'm doing wrong, because I know dog training is more about the trainer and not about the dog. Communicating with your dog and putting in the reps really does pay off.
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