Tag: retrieve
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Dog Training with Shaping
Shaping is a training method that builds a complex behavior by reinforcing successive closer approximations to a final target. It relies on breaking tasks into measurable steps and delivering timely reinforcement for progress. Definition and Core Idea of Shaping Shaping is an operant-conditioning technique that uses the principle of reinforcing successive approximations toward a defined…
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Train Your Dog to Fetch
Fetch is a structured play exercise that combines movement, focus, and a clear exchange between an owner and a dog. It is typically taught in steps that emphasize safety, motivation, and reliable cues. Benefits of Fetch Teaching fetch provides structured exercise, mental stimulation, and opportunities to practice obedience and impulse control. Short, active play sessions…
