Use Targets for Stationary Behaviors

Use this when you want to make a position or location clearer for your dog.

  1. 1Choose an everyday behavior you want to encourage.
  2. 2Decide where you want your dog to be and what part of their body should contact the target.
  3. 3Choose a target that makes that position clear, and check its stability, traction, size, and placement.
  4. 4Begin in an easy setting and reward small steps toward using the target.
  5. 5Introduce the target gradually, in the everyday situation where it will be useful.

A target tells your dog exactly where to put their body.

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