Dog training advice is everywhere on the internet and social media — but how do you know what to trust? Join trainers Michael Tomai and Kathy Callahan as they discuss the experts, ideas and techniques that really help dogs and their people live more happily together. Each episode will leave listeners with something simple to try, a game-changing idea to ponder, and a big name whose books or videos are gold.
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Dog training advice is everywhere on the internet and social media — but how do you know what to trust? Join trainers Michael Tomai and Kathy Callahan as they discuss the experts, ideas and techniques that really help dogs and their people live more happily together. Each episode will leave listeners with something simple to try, a game-changing idea to ponder, and a big name whose books or videos are gold.
It's great to train with food, but don't forget to harness the powerful "environmental" rewards that are right at your fingertips! These "real life rewards" -- like sniffing something, going through the gate to the walk, hopping up on the couch, or greeting someone -- are powerful reinforcers. Make the most of them by linking them with the behavior you want to see. (And make sure they aren't unintentionally reinforcing behavior you don't want!) Learn how to use these functional rewards and you'll enrich your relationship, creating fantastic daily habits that put you in happy sync with your dog.
Pick of the Litter Podcast
Dog training advice is everywhere on the internet and social media — but how do you know what to trust? Join trainers Michael Tomai and Kathy Callahan as they discuss the experts, ideas and techniques that really help dogs and their people live more happily together. Each episode will leave listeners with something simple to try, a game-changing idea to ponder, and a big name whose books or videos are gold.