Rec’d on YT | Play Plus Foundation: The ‘Where’s the Trigger’ Game

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In this segment, Ron Watson continues his discussion on the Play Plus philosophy, introducing a foundational game called “Where’s the Trigger.” This game reinforces the dog’s understanding of the trigger concept and teaches them to wait for the handler’s signal before performing the action.

He demonstrates the game with his dog, Epi, using a simple ‘touch’ command as the cue and the hand target as the trigger. Despite Epi understanding the cue, he waits for the trigger – the hand target – before executing the action. This game emphasizes the importance of the trigger in initiating the action and helps the dog understand not to act purely on the cue.

“Where’s the Trigger” is a versatile game that can be adapted to various commands, such as ‘through.’ Ron emphasizes that it’s an excellent way for trainers to engage with their dogs, even with a seemingly simple command like ‘touch.’ It’s also a fun way for dogs to learn patience and improve their responsiveness to triggers, making it a valuable tool in any dog sport or obedience training.
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