About this episode
Visit us at shapedbydog.com We are talking about the number one most important thing in dog training. Actually, it's the one thing vital for all species. It is of course, reinforcement, and it is critical to understand for training all animals. In the episode you'll hear: Why there are times your dog might find something more reinforcing than food. Activities that your dog will find reinforcing. Reinforcers to avoid. How to grow the value of a reinforcer Transfer of value. Reinforcement and dopamine release. How dogs predict patterns of reinforcement. Resources: What's a Reward for Your Dog? List of Reinforcers - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2018/10/reward-list-of-reinforcers/ How to Create a Motivating Toy - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2018/09/how-to-create-a-motivating-toy/ Shaped by Dog Podcast Episode 2 Post - https://shapedbydog.com/2/