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Reinforcing Learning Behaviours
If your dog knows the command but responds inconsistently or acts slower than your
requirement, a training collar can sharpen his skill.
For example, you have taught your dog to come when called, but over time he responds
slower. You can communicate with him via the remote trainer, so that he immediately
responds to your call.
1.
Set the collar to initial stimulation level and test it.
2.
Fit the collar on your dog's neck along with his regular collar.
3.
Let him roam around the training area. Then give the command and
simultaneously press the stimulation button.
4.
The instant your dog moves toward you, stop stimulation and praise him.
5.
If he stops before he reaches you or turns away repeat the command and continue
the stimulation. Again, stop at the instant he runs to you and reward him by
praising him or feeding him a treat. Repeat this for 3 or 4 times.
Tips
1.
If he doesn't get it for the first few times, don't give up and do not increase the
stimulation. Try to work on this a couple of times per day.
2.
During the training period never give the command if you are not able to enforce it.
Your dog has to make the mental connection between the vibration/beep to his
behaviour (may take a week or more for some dogs).
Altogether, both methods of stopping unwanted behaviour and reinforcing learning
behaviours can be applied to nearly every training scenario.
Training collars are used to train the dogs and not for punishment. Use properly and with
care and the collar can be a safe and effective tool to train, build communication and
strengthen your bond with your best friend.
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