Just a reminder, you will see more of the behaviors that you reinforce. If your dog gets a bigger pay off from running away from you, that is a choice you may see more often. If you want to teach your dog a reliable recall, your consistency in teaching your dog that the choice of running toward you will be followed by something of value is very important.
Every waking moment of every day and every interaction your dog has with you and the environment is teaching your dog what works, what matters, and what associations to have.
Teaching happens whether we intend it or not. Our interactions cause others to learn positive AND negative associations with situations, and with us.
Contact :
Lisa Desatnik
CPDT-KA, FFCP, FDM, CPBC
