SIX TYPES OF POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT

CLICKER TRAINING
Clicker training is when a handheld clicker and treats are used to encourage a dog to do certain behaviors. This type of training begins with priming, which is a repetitive click and reward technique that hypnotizes the dog to see the clicker noise as a positive reward. This type of positive reinforcement training can be used to train your dog to do almost anything. 

SOCIALIZATION TRAINING
Socialization training is a method of training that slowly allows your dog to be exposed to the world and everything in it. These situations could be meeting new people, other dogs, children, stores, new sounds and scents. This type of training is always an adventure. 

REWARD BASED TRAINING
Reward based training focuses on the different ways dogs are motivated. These motivations are: affection, food, praise and/or toys. These areas of motivation are focused on and reinforced through repetition.

BUILDING A BOND
Through day to day positive reinforcement you and your dog build a positive and lasting bond. This bond allows the two of you to create a team mindset. The mindset created is based in trust and understanding, your dog knowing that they can trust you because you have shown your trustworthiness through positive training, encouragement and reinforcement. 

MIRROR TRAINING
Mirror training is when a model dog, a dog trained to assist in training sessions, is used to help your dog know what to do. A model dog session is taught in a "monkey see, monkey do," way. This helps your dog see and do what is needed to be successful in their goals.  

GAME BASED TRAINING
In game based training toys and games are used to teach a dog how to behave and act. Just like treats, toys and games can be used as a reward. Instead of giving a treat a ball can be thrown or a tug toy can be used.