obeying commands faster?

[JanaeUlva]

This question was asked by another forum member in relation to the Schutzhund in-motion exercises (because the expectation is fast sits and downs upon command). The consensus was as other have said "expectation: the dog understands the command in context", "engagement: the dog is interested and focused on you", "motivation: reward value", "energy: ramped up and excited about the work/game".

There are different opinions in training on if you can actually reward a dog for a fast sit/down meaning do they really understand that concept. The thought is too much is going on in the sequence to say the dog can understand that the trainer is not rewarding a slow sit and rewarding for a fast sit. I'm just saying So the thought is it really has to do with the dogs state of mind in relation to the variables listed.

Once Minka knew for sure what sit and down meant, then I brought the command into the game of fetch. She was given the command to sit or down and when she responded the ball was thrown. She sits or downs fast because she is engaged, understands expectations, is motivated for the reward and her energy is high.

If the practice is always done in these circumstances a habit is formed for a fast sit and/or down.

I also like to take advantage of early morning energy levels to train behaviors that require high levels of energy and engagement.

[kennajo]

favorite tug toys??

[mssandslinger]

good topic zero does the same thing. but hes just so interested in the treat that he wont listen to me. lol. he does a super slow moe sit. good luck with your pup!

[martemchik]

It doesn't sound like you're using corrections, and he doesn't seem that motivated by the treat. At 1 year old he shouldn't really need a treat in your hand to do things like sit and down. Get his excitement up, but with just treats it will be hard for you to make him realize that the faster he does it the better. There are dogs at our club that just sit/down slow and there's really nothing to do to motivate them to go faster. With a training collar you can correct him into doing it faster but I don't know if you want to use that route. It will increase his speed if you force him to do it faster. It sounds like he knows what the command is, he just does it at his own pace, you can correct him into doing it on your pace.

[onyx'girl]

Originally Posted by kennajo

favorite tug toys??

My dog loves a french linen tug(synthetic) over a jute tug. I use a two handled tug for better grip(my grip!) This one has held up well for me:
Dog bite tag ( dog bite tug ) ( puppy tug ) made of french linen - 12 inch long - TEFL3-2-handles [TEFL3-2-handles- Dog bite tag made of french linen] - $10.40 : Dog harness , Dog collar , Dog leash , Dog muzzle - Dog training equipment from Trusted

Also ball on string are great reward toys, you can tug with them or toss it.
Hallmark K9 - Premium Dog Training Equipment - BALLS

http://www.fordogtrainers.com/index....index&cPath=88
I put a different string on this orbee ball and use it often for training. Karlo loves it!