Basic observable behaviors & Movements; Actions adapted to the environment with purpose & understanding are skills.
Skills are purposeful actions that require information from the environment. In Play+, performance revolves around Actions & Skills rather than behaviors.
Constraints are restrictions or limitations placed in the environment to limit or restrict actions.
In the context of Play+, initiative encapsulates the process of leading the dynamic interaction during play. Whether it's the Dog or the Handler, the one with the initiative actively guides the direction of the experience
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Explore the nuanced language of Play+ dog training. These terms enrich our understanding and enhance communication between handlers and dogs, contributing to more efficient and harmonious training sessions. Dive in and expand your canine training vocabulary.
Actualized Skills in Play+ refer to the manifest abilities of the dog, developed through training and practice, and utilized effectively within the play interaction. They represent the culmination of a learning process where understanding (mental) and execution (physical) come together.
The Now Phase is an integral part of the Play Cycle in the Play+ training philosophy. It embodies the current, immediate interaction between the handler and the dog, anchoring them in the present moment of the training process. The Now Phase consists of three essential components:
In Play+, "Read Release" refers to the handler's observation and interpretation of the dog's behavior following the completion of an action or behavior.
Affective Attunement in the context of Play+ refers to the handler's capacity to resonate with, mirror, and respond appropriately to the emotional states and needs of their dog during play. It's an empathetic connection that allows the handler to intuitively understand the dog's emotions and intentions, fostering a cooperative and mutually enjoyable interaction.
Skills are purposeful actions that require information from the environment. In Play+, performance revolves around Actions & Skills rather than behaviors.
The Now Next Cycle of Play:. A rhythmic sequence of engagement and reflection, optimizing teamwork and performance in the dynamic world of dog training.
Rhythm Contours in Play+ are the dynamic alterations in the tempo, intensity, and complexity of the training game that serve to keep engagement fresh, maintain novelty, and regulate the Subjective Tone of the session.
An expectant marker in Play+ is a signal, either a cue or a positive marker, used by the handler during training to create a sense of expectancy or anticipation in the dog. It indicates to the dog that a desired behavior has been correctly performed and that the next opportunity for play or reward
In the Play+ philosophy, "Prep" or Prepare is the 2nd stage of "Next" in a Cycle of Play. It's the moment where the handler readies themselves to become an opportunity for the dog. This preparation stage serves as a critical bridge between the dog's current action and the next cue, ensuring a seamless transition
the Mental Pole refers to the cognitive and perceptual elements of the play interaction. It encompasses the dog's understanding and anticipation of cues, their decision-making process, problem-solving skills, and attention focus.
Eternal Objects,In Play+, this term refers to Actualized Skills or behaviors that have been previously learned and actualized by the dog.
The Physical Pole is a concept drawn from Alfred North Whitehead's philosophy and adapted in the Play+ training philosophy. It represents the moment of actual engagement where the behavior begins, initiated by a cue. The cue is prehended, or grasped, by the dog, marking the starting point of the actual occasion or the specific