See BBD Training in Action
Watch Ron work with dogs on everyday skills, explore instructional videos, and see their training progress.
Loose Leash Walking | Building Better Dogs
Watch Mary and Frida put loose leash walking skills into practice. Mary uses gentle leash guidance and changes of direction to help Frida return to heel position, then marks the correct response and rewards her by continuing the walk. This short demonstration shows how clear communication and consistent reinforcement help Frida learn that a loose leash keeps the walk moving.
Doorway Manners with Oscar | Building Better Dogs
Watch Ron and Oscar put doorway manners into practice. Oscar remains on his Place bed while Ron opens the door, steps outside, and returns, then receives a marker and reward for staying in position. This short demonstration shows how clear communication, gradual increases in distance and distraction, and a consistent release cue help Oscar learn that an open door and the handler’s movement do not end Place—he waits until he hears “Free.”
Place Training: Reward in Position with Goose | Building Better Dogs
Watch Ron and Goose practice receiving rewards while remaining on Place. Ron marks the completed position, delivers the treat promptly with a palm-up hand, and continues rewarding Goose while he stays on his bed. This short demonstration shows how reward timing and placement reinforce both going to Place and remaining there until the release cue, “Free.”
Place Work with Josie | Building Better Dogs
Watch Ron and Josie practice Place in an outdoor setting. Josie remains on her cot while Ron adds movement and distance, then returns to reward her in position before stepping away again. This short demonstration shows how clear criteria, consistent reinforcement, and gradual increases in duration and distance help Josie learn to remain on Place until released.
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