"Practice makes perfect."  We all know that one.  Well it's just as true for our dogs.  

When we teach our dogs how to sit we know to start at step one and work them up to a reliable sit in any situation.  

When we want to change a behavior (like barking, digging, leash walking, or counter surfing) it's no different. 

We don't usually think of it as something we have to intentionally practice but this is exactly what is going to change it. 

When you teach someone algebra, first they need to know how to add and substract.  Our dogs are no different. 

We think about how we want the behavior to change in the moment and try to work there when really we have to back up a whole bunch of steps and practice in easier more controllable situations. 
In this episode I talk about:

 	What intentional practice means.
 	The difference between changing a behavior and just reacting to it.
 	Why it's important to work in controlled environments.
 	Why practicing when the behavior isn't happening is important. 
 	How to resist the easy button.

Press play and enjoy!
Other resources mentioned and related to this episode:
YNP #027: How to Handle a Shy Dog

YOUR Perfect Puppy: 4-week online training course for you and your new puppy.

"Practice makes perfect." We all know that one. Well it's just as true for our dogs. When we teach our dogs how to sit we know to start at step one and work them up to a reliable sit in any situation. When we want to change a behavior (like barking, digging, leash walking, or counter surfing) it's no different. We don't usually think of it as something we have to intentionally practice but this is exactly what is going to change it. When you teach someone algebra, first they need to know how to add and substract. Our dogs are no different. We think about how we want the behavior to change in the moment and try to work there when really we have to back up a whole bunch of steps and practice in easier more controllable situations. In this episode I talk about: What intentional practice means. The difference between changing a behavior and just reacting to it. Why it's important to work in controlled environments. Why practicing when the behavior isn't happening is important. How to resist the easy button. Press play and enjoy! Other resources mentioned and related to this episode: YNP #027: How to Handle a Shy Dog YOUR Perfect Puppy: 4-week online training course for you and your new puppy.

"Practice makes perfect."&nbsp; We all know that one.&nbsp; Well it's just as true for our dogs.&nbsp;&nbsp;

When we teach our dogs how to sit we know to start at step one and work them up to a reliable sit in any situation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

When we want to change a behavior (like barking, digging, leash walking, or counter surfing) it's no different.&nbsp;

We don't usually think of it as something we have to intentionally practice but this is exactly what is going to change it.&nbsp;

When you teach someone algebra, first they need to know how to add and substract.&nbsp; Our dogs are no different.&nbsp;

We think about how we want the behavior to change in the moment and try to work there when really we have to back up a whole bunch of steps and practice in easier more controllable situations.&nbsp;
In this episode I talk about:

 	What intentional practice means.
 	The difference between changing a behavior and just reacting to it.
 	Why it's important to work in controlled environments.
 	Why practicing when the behavior isn't happening is important.&nbsp;
 	How to resist the easy button.

Press play and enjoy!
Other resources mentioned and related to this episode:
YNP #027: How to Handle a Shy Dog

YOUR Perfect Puppy: 4-week online training course for you and your new puppy.

YNP #068: The Power of Practice

Your host, Debbie, is a positive trainer with a passion for dogs, their behavior and helping you create a well behaved dog. This is a dog training and behavior podcast that with help you and your new puppy build good healthy habits right from the start.  It will also help you understand your dog’s behavior and build a strong, fulfilling, and fun relationship for years to come.

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Your host, Debbie, is a positive trainer with a passion for dogs, their behavior and helping you create a well behaved dog. This is a dog training and behavior podcast that with help you and your new puppy build good healthy habits right from the start. It will also help you understand your dog’s behavior and build a strong, fulfilling, and fun relationship for years to come.

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