Author: Michael D'Abruzzo
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 humans and dogs, respond to…
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Behavioral Contrast
Behavioral contrast is a concept from behavioral psychology that can be observed in dog training. It refers to the phenomenon where the rate of a…
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 formulated by Richard J. Herrnstein…
Premack Principal
The Premack Principle is a valuable concept in dog training, often referred to as “Grandma’s Rule.” It was developed by psychologist David Premack and suggests…
Tertiary Reinforcer
A tertiary reinforcer is a type of conditioned reinforcement used in training that has become rewarding to a dog through its association with a secondary…
Active vs Passive Submission
Active and passive submission are behaviors that dogs exhibit to communicate their social relationships, particularly their acknowledgment of another’s dominance or authority. Here’s how they…
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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 dog by tapping into what…
Bob Bailey
Bob Bailey is a highly respected animal trainer known for his work in the field of operant conditioning. His contributions to animal training, especially in…
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Introduction to Grooming
Objectives Why understand basic grooming? Why do dogs have problems with grooming, even with reasonably skilled groomers? Grooming Tools to Know: If you have client…
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