Engagement: A foundation For Behavior Change

A foundation of willingness and excitement to participate in training sessions is a foundation for every behavior you will train your dog to do. Yet, this foundation is often skipped over or ignores in favor of more complex training protocols. The fallout of a lack of engagement can be frustrating and make dog owners feel embarrassed and helpless. If your dog frequently checks out during training or runs away in class, start with a few simple exercises to help build engagement with ease.