Consistency: Always use the same commands and signals for specific behaviors. Consistency helps your dog learn faster and more reliably. The Role of Escalation: Escalation is the process of increasing the intensity of your commands if the dog does not respond. Initial Command: Give the command in a normal tone. Example: "Sit." First Escalation: If the dog does not respond, instead of repeating the command, use a firmer correction sound. Example: "ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!" with a deep tone. Physical Guidance: If the dog still does not respond, use gentle physical guidance to help them perform the behavior. Practical Tips for Effective Communication: Practice Regularly Short, frequent training sessions are more effective than long, infrequent ones.
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