5. You Rely On Treats Too Much
Treats are, indeed, a terrific method to keep your dog motivated and involved. Your incentives should differ, though. Use toys, compliments, and play to vary things from simply rewarding snacks. Dogs who over-rely on treats may only follow directions when food is visible. A varied incentive system produces a more complete training experience and keeps your dog's attention. Given the circumstances and your dog's tastes, think about rewarding her with several kinds of treats. Some dogs may work harder for a favourite toy or a tug-of- war activity than for goodies. As your dog masters orders, also progressively cut the frequency of treats and substitute verbal praise and physical affection. This guarantees your dog will answer commands even in the absence of treats.
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