By Pat Robards – Hills Howler Edition: July 2020 I thought I might mention where I find it important to give my dog her reward as it is very, very important. Well, I consider it is. Of course it depends on the level of training you wish to attain …
Training Tips (General & Behavioural)
Operant Conditioning and the ABCs of (Dog) Training
Hills Howler Edition: September 2023 Dog training is an art, and at its core lies the science of operant conditioning. This method relies on the concept of behaviour being shaped by consequences, and understanding the ABCs — Antecedent, Behaviour, …
Leave It Exercise
By Dianne Atkins, Former Chief InstructorHills Howler Edition: July 2020 "This is an update to the way Hills Dog Club is teaching 'Leave It'. Please do yourself and your dog a favour by learning this well. In fact, teach it to your friends and …
