Nate Schoemer Dog Training Podcast Ep. 22 - Live Q&A: How to Teach Focus and Communication in Dog Training
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Apr 14, 2025 Discover how clear communication and focus are essential in dog training. Learn techniques to engage your dog and create a two-way dialogue instead of one-sided commands. Explore the importance of timing in rewards, using markers effectively, and the distinction between capturing behavior and free shaping. Get insights on managing jumping, reducing treats, and fostering a dog's drive. Nate shares valuable tips on consistency across family training and addresses common behavioral issues, making training enjoyable for both you and your furry friend.
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Shape Drive By Adjusting Energy
- Adjust energy level in training to match desired long-term temperament; you can boost or soften drive through imprinting.
- Keep training fun and upbeat to maintain engagement without overshooting energy goals.
Use Non-Reinforcement Marker Sparingly
- A non-reinforcement marker can signal a wrong answer and speed learning without immediately punishing.
- Nate uses it sparingly for clarity when the dog gives an incorrect response.
Handle Teachable Moments With A Marker
- Use a teachable-moment marker (like 'wrong') to reactively stop unwanted but non-dangerous behaviors and then show the preferred action.
- Repeat until the dog reliably responds to the marker before adding corrections.