portion of the guide if your dog does not yet know a particular command and for puppies under sixteen
weeks old.
2. Training Phase: Use the Pro-Training Collar™ to reinforce commands your dog has learned in the teaching
phase. The Guidelines for Correction provided on page 5 will offer the proper guidance for your dog in
situations where he chooses not to obey you. Remember: correct your dog in a calm manner and without
emotion. Remaining calm and relaxed encourages your dog to do the same.
Pro-Training Collar™ Tips: Following each phase of each exercise is a tips box, with helpful information for that
exercise.
EXERCISES
Attention Getting: The goal of this exercise is to teach your dog to acknowledge his name and pay attention
to your movement. A dog which pays attention to you is safer, more mannerly, and faster learning than a dog
which ignores his owner. Attention Getting is the foundation to the Walking on a Loose Leash exercise.
Equipment: The Pro-Training Collar™, 6-foot leash, bite-sized treats, and treat pouch
Training Area: Spacious, quiet, and free from distractions
The Teaching Phase, Step-by-Step: Attention Getting
1. Hold the end of the leash in your right hand. Grasp the remainder of the leash in your left hand, keeping that
hand close to your hip. Allow enough slack in the leash for your dog to move 3 feet away from you. Wait until
he does so.
2. Wait until he looks away, and then call your dog using only his name.
3. With your left hand close to your hip, pivot quickly to your right, and walk 3 steps away from your dog.
4. As your dog turns toward you, face him, and praise him enthusiastically.
5. When he comes to you, reward your dog with a treat and calm petting.
Repeat the above sequence for a total of 3 minutes.
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1. Wait for your dog to
look away from you
2. Call your dog and
pivot. Keep your hand
close to your hip
3. Face your dog as he
turns toward you
4. Praise your dog
Streaming-video of training available on starmarkacademy.com
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