Dog Training Library
Practical, relationship-focused dog training skills with clear steps, real examples, and connected behavior and psychology resources.
54 terms found
Foundations
Shaping
Shaping teaches a behavior by reinforcing small steps that gradually move toward the finished skill. The trainer rewards progress instead of waiting for th
Core Skills
Sit
Sit teaches the dog to place its rear on the ground and remain there until released or given another cue. It is useful for greetings, doorways, handling, a
Puppy & Life Skills
Stationing for Care
Stationing for care teaches the dog to remain on a mat, platform, or defined position during grooming, examination, medication, and other handling. The sta
Core Skills
Stay
Stay teaches the dog to maintain a specific position until the handler returns or gives a release cue. It requires clear criteria for duration, distance, d
Behavior Change
Trigger Management
Trigger management identifies and controls the situations that reliably produce fear, frustration, excitement, or unwanted behavior. It reduces surprise ex
Core Skills
Wait
Wait asks the dog to pause temporarily until given permission to continue. Unlike stay, the dog may not need to hold one exact body position. The important