The Up-Down game is probably the simplest pattern game out there! This easy to learn game teaches our dogs to offer us their attention and has tons of applications.

‘Ping Pong’ is a simple and versatile pattern game. You might want to play this game with your dog if you want a joyful recall, more check-ins from your dog, or a safe pattern to help get your dog out of sticky situations. Once taught, Ping Pong can function as a familiar, predictable game for your pet to more easily remember- even when they are feeling excited or unsure about something.

“See, Mark, And Reward Training” is a simple and impressive way to change behavior. “x50” suggests you find 50 opportunities a day to reinforce choices your pet is already making.

The 1-2-3 Game is one of the very easiest things to teach. This simple pattern game can be used as a recall, an interrupter of unwanted behavior, and even in place of a ‘drop’ or ‘leave it’ behavior with enough practice!

A marker functions as a ‘secondary reinforcer.’ Things a learner already enjoys, like treats, are called ‘primary reinforcers.’ We can teach our learner that a secondary reinforcer, our marker, cues a primary reinforcer is on the way. Once taught, we can communicate to our learner that we ‘like’ what they did with a well timed marker! This is the foundation of positive reinforcement training.

Loose leash walking is a complex set of behaviors & conditions. No harness or collar will magically make your dog walk politely on a leash. WE have to teach this behavior!

Keeping your dog safe and happy starts with understanding their body language. While they may not speak our language, dogs are always trying to communicate through their movements and expressions.

The "Leave It Without the Leave It" exercise aims to teach dogs that the presence of food is a cue to look at their person. This foundational skill is essential for stimulus control, a traditional "leave it" behavior, and teaching our dogs to wait for instructions instead of offering random behaviors. It also helps dogs learn to be calm around food.

The Two Step pattern game is a great way to teach your dog the value of walking by your side. This game lends itself well to loose leash walking!

"Touch" is a fantastic cue to teach your dog, with tons of practical applications and lots of fun! It's a great addition to your training toolbox.

Training a dog to come when called, or recall, is one of the most important cues to teach, in my opinion. Here are some tips to help you get started.