Welcome to Athens Dog Training L.L.C. Online training Course.

This course is on common problem behaviors, barking, jumping, etc. Each chapter will describe a problem behavior then give solutions to the undesired behavior using problem management and/or scientifically proven method of positive reinforcement.

California Canine College uses a formula based on the Science of Positive Reinforcement.

Formula for modifying behavior.

1. Reward for an alternate behavior that conflicts with the undesired behavior (Ex: If the dog jumps up, reward for sitting. Your dog can not jump and sit at the same time).
2. Consequences for the undesired behavior. (We do not use positive punishment as a consequence. An acceptable consequence would be if your dog is playing too rough at the dog park, you can leave the dog park.)
3. Set your dog up for success. (If you have a high energy dog, get them exercise prior to training).
4. Consistency (Behavior modification takes time while quick results are possible and generally takes time to modify a behavior, as long as you are getting improvement you should continue to get results as long as your training remains consistent)

For example, if you have a dog that jumps on you every time you get home from work, use the formula above.

1. Reward: Four feet on the floor or not jumping.
2. Consequence: Every time you walk through the door, if the dog jumps on you the consequence is you stepping back outside. In most cases, you are the reward so an appropriate consequence is if the dog jumps they loose the reward (you).
3. Like above, if I have a high energy dog, extra exercise will set them up for success. If your dog is tired, they will be less likely to have the energy to keep jumping.
4. Consistency: Every time you enter and your dog jumps, leave no matter how many times it takes. Every time your dog has four on the floor, reward heavily with praise, treats, or play, what ever your dog finds rewarding.