Dog Training Library
Practical, relationship-focused dog training skills with clear steps, real examples, and connected behavior and psychology resources.
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Recall & Distance
Recall
Recall teaches the dog to turn away from the environment, travel to the handler, and come all the way within reach. It should be built as a highly valuable
Calmness & Manners
Relaxation Training
Teaching repeatable behaviors and routines that support settling and lower physical activation.
Core Skills
Release Cue
A release cue tells the dog that a position, boundary, or waiting behavior has ended. It prevents the dog from guessing when it is free to move and creates
Foundations
Reward Placement
Reward placement is the deliberate location where reinforcement is delivered. Where the reward appears influences the dog's body position, movement, focus,