Tag: shaping
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Luring Shaping Capturing. Dog Training Methods.
Luring, shaping, and capturing are three distinct training methods used to teach dogs behaviors by arranging antecedents and consequences. Each method uses reinforcement differently to achieve predictable changes in behavior. 1. Luring, Shaping, and Capturing — Definitions and Core Differences Luring uses a visible reward or hand to guide a dog through the exact motion…
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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…
