S4:E19 Planning a Training Session for Your Dog

About this episode

In this episode, Samantha King discusses how to effectively plan and structure a training session for your dog, offering practical advice and tips for success.

S4:E19 Planning a Training Session for Your Dog In this episode of the Therapy Dogs Australia Podcast, we break down how to plan and structure an effective training session for your dog — no matter what stage of training you’re in. Sam shares practical advice on creating a consistent training plan, using marker words correctly, and focusing on control positions over flashy obedience. You’ll learn how to correctly use reinforcement tools, manage your dog to set them up for success, and integrate training seamlessly into your daily routine. We also touch on the benefits of keeping a training journal, reviewing filmed sessions, and maintaining a positive, enjoyable environment that helps both you and your dog succeed. Please remember to subscribe, follow and like this podcast if you enjoy it, a good review will help us a lot too. Enjoy! SUBSCRIBE! Interested in Animal-Assisted Therapy / Animal-Assisted Services and studying with Therapy Dogs Australia? Visit our website www.therapydog.com.au for more information or get in touch with us today by emailing info@therapydog.com.au and one of the Therapy Dogs Australia team will be there to help! Raise your future therapy dog with us…

People in this episode

Host: Samantha King

Topics covered

• dog training
• training session planning
• reinforcement tools
• training journal
• positive environment

Keywords

• dog training
• training session
• marker words
• reinforcement
• training journal
• positive environment

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Therapy Dogs Australia

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