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Talks at Google

Ep379 - Rob Peladeau | Behaviorist Dog Trainer

Sep 8, 2023
Rob Peladeau, behaviorist dog trainer, discusses effective strategies for training dogs, including marker training and behavior modification through counter conditioning. Topics covered include understanding dog behavior, using volume to break through distractions, escape avoidance, housebreaking, counter conditioning, and behaviorist dog training techniques.
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  • Understanding how dogs learn and using marker training and operant conditioning are key strategies for effective dog training.
  • Dogs can be trained at any age, with a focus on repetition, consistency, and positive reinforcement to create new behaviors and patterns.

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Effective Strategies for Training Your Dog

Dog trainer Rob Pelleto discusses effective strategies for training dogs, specializing in behavior modification and rehabilitation. He emphasizes the importance of understanding how dogs learn, using marker training and operant conditioning. Pelleto dispels myths about dog training and highlights the importance of counter conditioning and engagement with the owner. He advises against relying solely on positive reinforcement and encourages creating boundaries and providing appropriate consequences for behavior. Pelleto also addresses issues such as recall training, barking, and separation anxiety.

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