Make Dog Training Easy! Quick Guide To Antecedent Arrangements #245

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Recently, a professional dog trainer told me her favorite Shaped by Dog episode is 16, where I explain the simple concept of “antecedent arrangements” as one of the most effective, animal behavior science solutions to ANY dog training problem. Although it’s an all-time favorite of my students and dog training professionals, it’s a hidden gem to the general public. So, I’m revisiting the topic of how to increase brilliant dog behavior – while decreasing undesired ones – with one easy focus shift. As my mentor, Bob Bailey, says, “When dog training is right, it’s easy.” Enjoy this game changer!

In this episode you’ll hear:

• How to increase desired dog behaviors while reducing unwanted ones.
• The ABC’s of learned behaviors in the animal kingdom.
• What some dog owners and trainers focus on to fix behaviors.
• Why “get a bigger meatball” and punishment don’t work in dog training.
• That knowing “the thing before the thing” is your dog training salvation.
• What “antecedent arrangements” are in triggering behavior.
• The stimuli that make a behavior desirable for dogs.
• Why lure training makes dog behavior a negotiation rather than a desire.
• What sensory stimuli get attached to behavior triggers.
• The importance of training in different environments at different times.
• Why varying your dog’s daily routine is ideal.
• How past experiences influence a dog’s emotional state.
• About your dog’s motivations and distractions.
• An example of how to stop counter surfing.
• How “ItsYerChoice” teaches dogs to choose the right behavior.
• About incompatible behaviors.
• What “Hot Zones” are and how they help your dog choose wisely.
• When dog training is right, it’s easy.

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Resources:

1. Podcast Episode 37: Dog Training as a Career - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/37/
2. Podcast Episode 16: The Thing Before Your Dog’s Thing - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/16/
3. Podcast Episode 68: 3 Easy Tricks Every Dog Should Know - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/68/
4. Podcast Episode 33: How Do I Stop My Dog Counter Surfing?! - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/33/
5. Podcast Episode 202: Getting A Happy Well Behaved Dog With The ABCs Of Training - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/202/
6. Podcast Episode 205: The Hidden World Of Reinforcement For Dogs And Why You Need To Know - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/205/
7. Podcast Episode 59: Why Your Treats Aren’t Working for Your Dog - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/59/
8. Podcast Episode 121: How To Stop Dogs Jumping Up On People - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/121/
9. YouTube Short: 19 Week Old Prophet’s Selfie Trick - https://youtube.com/shorts/bCRbQeBCAu0?feature=share
10. Podcast Episode 48: Potty Train Your Puppy in a Week (Easy 3 Step Process) - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/48/
11. YouTube Playlist: The Emotional State of Dogs with Susan Garrett - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLphRRSxcMHy29pv3_9b7DZdMFJL9ZJPMy
12. Podcast Episode 144: Teach Your Dog To Listen No Matter What… Even If You Think They Are Stubborn - https://dogsthat.com/podcast/144/ 
13. Blog Post: Built In Dog Crates For Home Decor - https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2020/02/built-in-dog-crates/
14. Watch this Episode of Shaped by Dog on YouTube - https://youtu.be/quPNF0tWdvk