Welcome to our latest podcast episode where we delve into the fascinating world of dog training, specifically focusing on the "tremendously misunderstood benefits of training obedience out of drive." In this engaging and informative session, we explore various aspects of dog obedience and training methodologies, providing insights for both new and veteran listeners.

Join us as we discuss the differences between training a dog in drive and out of drive, and why establishing leadership and communication is crucial in dog training. Our conversation covers topics ranging from the importance of obedience as a foundation for all training aspects, to the role of leadership in effective dog training. We also touch upon the controversial topic of training dogs with the ability to fear, underlining its significance in achieving a balanced and wellbehaved canine.

This episode is not just about training techniques, but also about understanding the psychology behind dog behavior and training. Whether you're a professional dog trainer, a dog owner, or simply someone interested in canine behavior, this podcast offers valuable insights and practical tips.

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Key Take Aways:

1. The Importance of Obedience Training: Emphasizes how training obedience is foundational in dog training, and it should be the starting point before moving on to other types of training.

2. Training 'Out of Drive' vs 'In Drive': The discussion highlights the difference between training a dog 'out of drive' (without a direct reward in sight) versus 'in drive' (with a reward like food or toys). Training 'out of drive' is stressed as crucial for establishing leadership and ensuring the dog obeys even without immediate rewards.

3. Establishing Leadership: The podcast underscores the importance of establishing a leadership role in the training process. A dog needs to see the owner as a leader for effective training and behavior management.

4. Fear as a Training Tool: There is a discussion about the controversial aspect of using fear in training. It's not about making the dog live in fear, but rather about the dog having the ability to fear, akin to respect and understanding of boundaries.

5. Protection Training Nuances: The podcast touches upon personal protection training, emphasizing starting protection training a bit ahead of obedience to ensure the dog commits fully when commanded.

6. Importance of Systematic Training: The success in dog training comes from a systematic approach where one step leads to another. There is a specific order and method to follow for effective results.

7. Understanding Dog Psychology: The conversation also delves into understanding the psychology behind dog behavior, which is key in effectively training and managing dogs.

8. Training Should Lead to Happiness: The goal of training is not just obedience but also the happiness and wellbeing of the dog, achieved through a balanced approach to training and leadership.


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