Does Your Dog Know What You Think It Knows?

Today’s tip focuses on recognizing what your dog actually knows. Often times, we are convinced the dog knows something when it does not, or in a particular situation, it does not. Be sure you teach and your dog understands what it is you are trying to convey. Does your dog know the verbal command or does it understand only the body language?

TRIP

Teach The Task

Reward The Behavior 

Increase The Expectation

Polish The Behavior Through Repetition

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