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In dog training, assumption about the value of reinforcer, is just that...and assumption. Photo: a dog holding a ball.

An Assumption About A Reinforcer Can Be Wrong

When you are training your dog or any other animal, keep in mind, the value of a reinforcer can change.

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Understanding habituation vs sensitization in dog training. Photo: golden retriever dog on leash in downtown street

Habituation and Sensitization

Understanding habituation and sensitization is important when it comes to supporting your dog (or other pet). This post explains their meaning, and the role of systematic desensitization and counterconditioning in changing how your dog feels and behaves.

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It was July 4 and everyone likes a good fireworks show on the Fourth of July, right? Wrong! Many dogs are afraid of July 4 fireworks. This is not about family dog safety during fireworks. It is about desensitization and counter conditioning to overcome fear of going outside after our dog had a traumatic holiday.

Dog Training To Counter Condition July 4 Fear

It was July 4 and everyone likes a good fireworks show on the Fourth of July, right? Wrong! Many dogs are afraid of July 4 fireworks. This is not about family dog safety during fireworks. It is about counter conditioning to overcome fear of going outside after our dog had a traumatic holiday.

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To Have A Better-Behaved Dog, Consider What Happens Between Your Training Sessions

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.

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Associative learning. What is it and how can understanding it help you to have a ‘better behaved’ pet? How does associative learning impact your success in dog training, parrot training or other pet training?

Associative Learning In Dogs And Parrots

Associative learning. What is it and how can understanding it help you to have a ‘better behaved’ pet? How does associative learning impact your success in dog training, parrot training or other pet training?

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If your dog or puppy experiences approach avoidance conflict, she may be curious but afraid at the same time. It is a stressful place to be.

Approach Avoidance Conflict In Dogs

If your dog or puppy experiences approach avoidance conflict, she may be curious but afraid at the same time. It is a stressful place to be.

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This B.F. Skinner quote on behavior is an important reminder about the fallback of punishment when it comes to teaching and changing behavior: “A person who has been punished is not thereby simply less inclined to behave in a given way; at best, he learns how to avoid punishment.”

B.F. Skinner’s Quote Reminds Us About The Fallback Of Punishment

This B.F. Skinner quote on behavior is an important reminderRead more “B.F. Skinner’s Quote Reminds Us About The Fallback Of Punishment”

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While He May Look Fine, This Is A Fearful Dog With Anxiety

There are many who, if they passed us on thatRead more “While He May Look Fine, This Is A Fearful Dog With Anxiety”

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In dog training, can you use multiple cues for the same behavior? It is not only perfectly OK to teach multiple cues for the same behavior, it can be very helpful.

Can You Use Multiple Cues For The Same Behavior?

In dog training, can you use multiple cues for theRead more “Can You Use Multiple Cues For The Same Behavior?”

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Certified Dog Trainer Lisa Desatnik is now a certified family dog mediator.

I Am A Certified Family Dog Mediator

I just earned a new certification. I am a ‘CertifiedRead more “I Am A Certified Family Dog Mediator”

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Lisa Desatnik
CPDT-KA, FFCP, FDM, CPBC

513-262-4062
  • Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed 
  • Certified Fear Free Professional
  • Certified Family Dog Mediator
  • Licensed Family Paws Parent Educator
  • Certificate of Completion – Aggression in Dogs Master Course
  • Certified Parrot Behavior Consultant

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