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28.11.2016
Do not keep repeating a command.Like “Sit, sit….sit.”This sends the message to your dog that 2-3 repetitions for instance, are what the command is made up of.When you ask them to do something make sure you can get them to do it (of their own accord - not pushing their bottom down for a ‘Sit’ for example - this is not really them undertaking the task is it) otherwise your dog will learn they simply do not have to.You can try to structure the situation so that you will get the response. *For example a ‘Sit’ is more likely to be performed with your dog walked back into a corner.However, in the odd situation where it’s just not going to be practical, it may be best not to ask for the command in the first place, to save ‘losing face’, it’s those ‘perfect storm’ bad training type situations, you’ll will know when…
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