Just like in real estate, the important thing in dog training is location, location, location. The learning environment is very important for humans and our dogs. If I took you to a party with all your friends and then tried to teach you a foreign language, that would be very challenging. The same goes for our dogs. Set your canine companion up for success by teaching them something new in a low-distraction environment like your home or backyard. Think about a library for your dog; a place where there aren’t a ton of new scents and other distractions. Once your dog learns the new behavior, then you gradually add distractions by bringing your dog to other locations. Do this gradually and at your canine companion’s pace so your dog can be successful and learn what you are teaching in this quiet space.
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