K9 Conservationists

Predation Substitute with Simone Mueller

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In this episode of K9 Conservationists, Kayla speaks with Simone Mueller about Predation Substitute Training.

Science Highlight: Performance of Pugs, German Shepherds, and Greyhounds (Canis lupus familiaris) on an odor-discrimination task

What is predation substitute training?

  • A force free protocol to stop predatory chasing.

    • What are the steps?

    1. Management/prevention: stay in contact with the dog while out, keep the dog on-path, perimeter training
    2. Tools: calmness around wildlife, so the dog can still think and perform alternative behavior (stand and watch). The deal is you can stand/watch but not chase. All parts of predatory sequence are inherently reinforcing, so we can allow them to eye/stalk without chase/bite
    3. Alternative reinforcement, outlet through predation games
    4. Interrupter (recall)

      5. What are the first signs of predation?

      1. Observing - there is no trigger yet, but they are looking for one. This is the time to get involved.
      2. Stalking - they are focused on the prey, tense and arrow shaped body language, creeping forward
      3. Chase - high level of arousal, hard to train anything here
      4. Capture & consume - ideally you will never get to this point

        5. Links Mentioned in the Episode: None

        Where to find Simone Mueller: Website | Facebook | Instagram

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