If your dog listens to you inside your house that doesn't mean they know what you want outside on their walk. Even if you are asking for the same thing. Dogs are very contextual and need to be taught how to listen even when there distractions.
The good news is, if your dog listens to you in your kitchen then you already know how to teach your dog to listen with distractions!
If you want your dog to listen to you in a new environment you have to reteach them the same skill like they have never learned it before. Then it's about practice, practice, practice.
In this episode, I talk about how to teach your dog to listen with distractions!
Press Play and enjoy!
In this episode I talk about:
- How to think about distractions.
- Practice, practice, practice.
- How to know when to increase or decrease the distractions.
- How to prepare for the unexpected.
Press play and enjoy!
Other resources mentioned and related to this episode:
YNP #054: How to Use Training Treats Properly
YOUR Perfect Puppy: 4-week online training course for you and your new puppy.
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