Why Balance Breaks Fast Track Your Dog Training #57

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There is one thing that I do intentionally in my dog training that makes all the difference in the world to the joy and success that my dogs and I have together. That one thing is using Balance Breaks. I’m sharing exactly what a Balance Break is, why it’s essential, and the mechanics of how I do it. Let me know when you try it!.

In the episode you'll hear:

• My 5 steps to an amazing dog training experience. • About the power of D.A.S.H. (Desire, Accuracy, Speed, Habitat). • Why training your dog is like starting a motorcycle. • How dog training is better is slices. • Why to make a joy sandwich for you and your dog. • All about Balance Breaks and how to use them. • The importance of your dog’s physiology. • How to think about your training as being on stage. • Why breaks for transitions keep your dog training flowing. • The guidelines for using Balance Breaks successfully.

Resources:

• Blog Post: The Secret Sauce For Enthusiasm … Balance Breaks!-https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2019/01/the-secret-sauce-for-enthusiasm-balance-breaks/ • Podcast Episode 6: The Art of Manipulation-https://dogsthat.com/podcast/6/ • Blog Post: Planning for a Successful Shaping Session with Your Dog-https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2019/09/plan-a-successful-shaping-session-with-your-dog/ • Blog Post: Got D.A.S.H. (Desire, Accuracy, Speed and Habitat)?-https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2017/01/dash/ • Podcast Episode 35: Pro Dog Training Tip to Improve Your Dog’s Focus-https://dogsthat.com/podcast/35/ Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube