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.
Skills are purposeful actions that require information from the environment. In Play+, performance revolves around Actions & Skills rather than behaviors.
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
In neuroscience, the SEEKING system is one of the primary emotional systems identified by the affective neuroscience theory. It is a fundamental component of the brain’s reward circuitry, and it's responsible for motivating exploratory behavior, curiosity, and anticipation in response to stimuli.
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.
Expectancy in the Play+ context is a multi-faceted concept that embodies a dog's anticipation or prediction of future events or outcomes within a play 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
Constructive Aporia in the context of Play+ refers to a moment of deliberate uncertainty or confusion introduced by the handler during the Now phase of the play interaction. This planned pause or ambiguity creates a cognitive challenge for the dog, provoking thoughtful engagement and active problem-solving.
Constraints are restrictions or limitations placed in the environment to limit or restrict actions.
In the Play+ philosophy, "Satisfaction of the Process" refers to the fulfillment derived from successful participation and completion of the training cycle. This satisfaction is not solely about achieving specific objectives or goals,
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.
Subjective Tone, in the context of the Play+ training methodology, represents the dog's internal emotional and mental state in response to a prehended cue or situation. It is the 'feel' of the moment as perceived and experienced by the dog, which can range from excitement and anticipation to fear or confusion.