October 13, 2011
Do you have an tips on quicker sits and downs?
Full Question:
Good afternoon Cindy,Looking for any tips on quicker sits and downs. I have a shepherd and he was doing great but has come to be more sluggish and don't know why. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
Ted
Cindy's Answer:
Slow response is almost always a lack of motivation. Typically the dog lacks motivation for the rewards or you are not rewarding often enough or dynamically enough. The other reason could be a physical problem, sore joints or some other health issue.
Ed's DVD Advanced Concepts in Motivation will also provide helpful information.
Cindy Rhodes
Ed's DVD Advanced Concepts in Motivation will also provide helpful information.
Cindy Rhodes
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