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Operant Conditioning
Introduction to Operant Conditioning in Dog Training Operant conditioning is a foundational concept in behavioral psychology, developed by B.F. Skinner...
Escape Conditioning and Avoidance Conditioning
Understanding Escape Conditioning and Avoidance Conditioning in Dog Training In dog training, conditioning techniques are pivotal for shaping behaviors and...
Conditioned Punishers vs Unconditioned Punishers in Dog Training
Punishers are consequences that discourage the preceding behavior. For dog training purposes these are divided into two main categories: An...
Classical conditioning: Extinction, spontaneous recovery, generalization, discrimination
Classical Conditioning in Dog Training: Extinction, Spontaneous Recovery, Generalization, and Discrimination Classical conditioning, developed by Ivan Pavlov, is a cornerstone...
Classical Conditioning in Dog Training: Neutral, conditioned, and unconditioned stimuli and responses
Introduction to Classical Conditioning in Dog Training Classical conditioning, also known as Pavlovian conditioning, is a fundamental concept in behavioral...
Shaping in Dog Training
Introduction to Shaping in Dog Training Shaping is a powerful and systematic method used in dog training to teach complex...
Extrinsic vs Intrinsic Motivation in Dog Training
Understanding the difference between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation in dog training can help you effectively train and bond with your...
Tertiary Reinforcer
A tertiary reinforcer is a type of conditioned reinforcement used in training that has become rewarding to a dog through...
Premack Principal
The Premack Principle is a valuable concept in dog training, often referred to as "Grandma's Rule." It was developed by...
Herrnstein’s Matching Law
Herrnstein's Matching Law is a behavioral psychology principle, particularly within operant conditioning, which is also applicable to dog training. Initially...
Behavioral Contrast
Behavioral contrast is a concept from behavioral psychology that can be observed in dog training. It refers to the phenomenon...
The Polyvagal Theory Applied to Dog Training
The Polyvagal Theory, developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, is originally a psychological and physiological theory that explains how mammals, including...
Habituation vs Sensitization
Habituation and sensitization are two fundamental learning processes that play crucial roles in how dogs adapt to their environments and...
Learned Irrelevance in Dog Training
Learned irrelevance is a psychological phenomenon that occurs when a dog learns that a particular stimulus has no meaningful consequence,...
Sensory Adaptation in Dog Training
Sensory adaptation refers to the process by which an individual becomes less responsive to a constant or unchanging stimulus from...
The Four Stages of Learning in Dog Training
There are generally four universally recognized stages of learning that describe the progression a dog goes through while acquiring, refining,...
Jackpot in Dog Training
In dog training, a "jackpot" refers to giving a dog a significantly larger or more desirable reward than usual. This...
Constructional Aggression Treatment (CAT)
Introduction to Constructional Aggression Treatment (CAT) Constructional Aggression Treatment (CAT) is a behavior modification technique used in dog training to...
Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT)
Introduction to Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT) Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT) is a dog training method developed by Grisha Stewart that...
Comparing BAT vs CAT Dog Training Methods
Introduction to Comparing BAT and CAT Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT) and Constructional Aggression Treatment (CAT) are both innovative behavioral modification...
Counterconditioning in Dog Training
Introduction to Counterconditioning in Dog Training Counterconditioning is a behavior modification technique used in dog training to change a dog's...
Flooding vs. Desensitizing in Dog Training
Introduction to Flooding vs. Desensitizing in Dog Training Both flooding and desensitizing are techniques used in the behavioral modification of...
Chaining and Reverse Chaining in Dog Training
Introduction to Chaining and Reverse Chaining in Dog Training Chaining and reverse chaining are advanced training techniques used to teach...
Schedules of Reinforcement in Dog Training
In dog training, the timing and frequency of reinforcement significantly impact the learning process and the strength of the behavior...
Duration vs. Interval in Dog Training Reinforcement: Understanding the Differences
Reinforcement is a cornerstone of effective dog training. By reinforcing desired behaviors, trainers can shape and solidify a dog's actions,...
Hydran-Protean Side Effects
Steven Lindsay's concept of Hydran-Protean side effects in dog training discusses the unintended consequences that can occur when aversive training...
Steven Lindsay’s “Dead Dog Rule”
Steven Lindsay's "Dead Dog Rule" is a concept that proposes training criteria and objectives should be defined in terms that...
Cynopraxis
Steven Lindsay defines cynopraxis as a philosophy and method of dog training and behavioral management that aims to enhance the...
Varied Cortical Rewards
Steven Lindsay uses varied cortical rewards strategically in dog training to manage and improve canine behavior through a method known...
Steven Lindsay’s Orienting/TAT Procedure in Dog Training
In the realm of canine behavior and training, Steven Lindsay's orienting/TAT procedure stands out as a nuanced approach that leverages...