Duration Behavior

Any behavior performed until the handler wants it to stop is a Duration Behavior. Duration Behaviors have 3 parts. There is an action,”Yes!”. Then there…

Why is the Handler?

What does a good handler afford their dog? Access to environments and objects in the environment that invite action. The Handler is the dog’s gateway…

Rhythm Contours

Rhythm Contours in Play+ are the dynamic alterations in the tempo, intensity, and complexity of the training game that serve to keep engagement fresh,…

Concrescence

Concrescence is a 3 part decision making process created by Alfred North Whitehead. Images are screen caps from the video below hat tip to Matthew…

Attention for Wait

Attention in the presence of discs creates a default wait. If eye contact is marked, the dog waits in anticipation of her cookie. If you…