CHAMPS orientation 2015 presentation slides handout

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About the Instructor
Owner of Delightful Doggies, LLC
MaxFund CHAMPS
Orientation Session
PRESENTED BY LAURA MCGAUGHEY, CPDT-KA, ABCDT, RVA
OWNER, DELIGHTFUL DOGGIES, LLC
CPDT-KA certified
Graduate of Animal Behavior College’s dog obedience
and veterinary assistant programs
TAGteach certified – primary level
Volunteer since October, 2010
Current foster of MaxFund dog, Uma
Most excited by clicker training!
Life pretty much revolves around dogs ☺
Motivated by others’ enthusiasm
There are other trainers who will be working with you!
CHAMPS Class Topics
Tier One: Orientation
Tier Two: Basic Manners & Obedience:
Handling and Conditioning, Basic Cues Training, Redirecting Problem Behaviors, Enrichment
Registering for Classes
See provided schedule for classes. These may be subject to change.
To register, email Lois Wiersma, Registrar: lw16053@comcast.net
Hands-on with APPROVED dogs in the Rehab Range
Remember to check for pre-requisites per the syllabi
Length: 1 to 1 ½ hours (arrive 15 – 30 minutes early to walk dogs)
Lois will confirm your registration via email
Pre-requisite: Orientation
Tier Three: Advanced Topic Seminars & Workshops
Problem Behaviors, Fearful Dogs, Reactive Dogs, Relaxation, Harnessing Drive
Seminar/Workshop format with demo dogs as needed
90 – 120 minutes in length, depending on topic
Prerequisite: Orientation and select Tier Two classes as outlined by syllabus
Train-to-Train Program
Become the trainer for Tier Two classes!
Equipment
Front-clip harness (back-clip, martingale or flat collars only for NON-pulling
dogs)
Rules
ALWAYS WEAR your MaxFund ID badge so we may identify you!
6’ lead
Maintain space between dogs and handlers– 10 feet at all times when
doing hands-on in the Rehab Range
Treat pouch
Enter the training space one dog at a time
A variety of lots of yummy treats (all-natural, no additives/preservatives, no
larger than a pea)
Ensure your equipment is properly fitted
Mat or towel
Poop bags
Marker (clicker or verbal)
Great, positive attitude!
The dog sets the pace! If at any time the dog is showing signs of stress, or if
you feel frustrated, take a break.
Raise hand to ask questions. Please do not interrupt others and be
respectful.
Have fun!!! ☺
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Basics of Training: Four Quadrants
The Four Quadrants of Training
We use Positive Reinforcement/Negative Punishment
There can be “fallout” when using Positive
Punishment/Negative Reinforcement
Remember, the dog determines what is
reinforcement!
Basics of Training: Steps
Capture or lure behavior
Capture—watch for the dog to do it! Dog takes the initiative.
Lure—using a baited hand, get the dog to follow you to do the behavior.
Mark and reward!
A “mark” is the click from the clicker or your verbal “yes” or “good”
A reward is a treat, toy, praise—whatever the DOG likes naturally.
The reward is an unconditioned reinforcer; the mark is a conditioned reinforcer.
A click ALWAYS precedes a treat!
Once the behavior is reliable (9 out of 10 times the dog does the
behavior), start adding the cue
Cues can be visual AND verbal (hand signal vs. word for the behavior)
Basics of Training: Important Principles
Canine Communication: Body Language
Small steps ensure success!
Get the behavior and mark/reward BEFORE adding cues, particularly verbal
Timing is important
Use only one specific cue for each behavior
Don’t overuse cues
Begin fading lures after five trials and opt for hand signals
High rate of reinforcement for new behaviors; remove marker and begin
intermittent reinforcement as the dog learns
Consistency is key
Take breaks as needed—do short sessions that end on a high note
Remember the D’s when training: duration, distance, distractions/different
environments, delivery of reward
Canine Communication: Body Language
Canine Communication: Body Language
Relaxed Body Posture
Tail neither too high nor too low
Relaxed ears
Corners of mouth relaxed
Everything is very “fluid” and relaxed
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Canine Communication: Body Language
Canine Communication: Body Language
Playful stance
Play bow
Wagging tail
Mouth may open with visible tongue
Sometimes dogs will growl and sound a little “aggressive” in play but the body
stance will help you determine if it’s a threat or cue to back off, as opposed to
play
Canine Communication: Body Language
Canine Communication: Body Language
Alert stance
Ears pricked up/forward
Up on toes
Tail up/out
Mouth closed
Canine Communication: Body Language
Canine Communication: Body Language
Offensive threat stance
Tail up and stiff
Ears forward
Hackles up
Leaning forward on toes
Corners of mouth forward; May be growing and snarling, or lunging/snapping
A FIGHT response—back away slowly and give space
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Canine Communication: Body Language
Canine Communication: Body Language
Defensive threat posture stance
Lowered body
Tucked tail
Hackles up
Wrinkled nose
Dilated pupils
Ears and corners of mouth back
May be growling or lunging, snapping
FLIGHT response – give space!
Canine Communication: Body Language
Canine Communication: Body Language
Active/passive submission: aka appeasement gestures or calming signals
Lowered body
Paw up
Licking lips
Tail down/tucked
Ears back
Averting gaze
Dog may be stressed or confused so take a break from training
Canine Communication: Stress Signs
Canine Communication: Stress Signs
Lip and nose licking
Hypervigilance
Stress yawn
Excessive shedding, whining
Excessive panting
Dilated pupils, whale eye
Ears back
Tension in mouth and around eyes
Avoidance
Slow or tense movements
Low tail carriage/tucked tail
Weight shifted to back of legs
Shaking off
Inattentiveness
Sweating through paw pads
Refusal of food
Pacing
Watch out for the freeze!
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Wrap up/Q&A
Supplemental material review
Facebook Group: Colorado 4-1-Woof
www.facebook.com/groups/Colorado41Woof
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Make sure to log yourself on our sign-in sheet
Questions?
My contact information:
laura@delightfuldoggies.com
303-550-5652
Check out my resources page at www.delightfuldoggies.com for other great
information
Thank you for being a volunteer!
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