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Podcast: The Canine Paradigm
Episode: Episode 260: Transitions, punishment and getting out of your own way
Description: Dog training is a journey, underscored by significant transitions through distinct learning phases, each showcasing your dog’s growth and understanding.
Initially, in the Introduction and teaching phase, your dog doesn’t understand the expected behaviour. However, as they begin to recognise the task or command, they naturally transition into the Learning and Association phase. This shift becomes noticeable as your dog starts associating your command with the corresponding action, albeit inconsistently. For example, when you say “sit,” they might occasionally comply.
Gradually, your dog moves into the Refinement and Consistency stage, which is another crucial...