Dogly loves Caitlyn because the heart of her science-based training is helping dogs and their people understand each other better.

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Continuous Reinforcement - Friend and Foe! Nothing Happens Out of Nowhere Moving on to Partial Reinforcement Interval Schedules - Timing is Everything! Ratio Schedules - Get Those Reps In! Do You Know How To Spot an Uncomfortable Dog?

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Dogly loves Caitlyn because the heart of her science-based training is helping dogs and their people understand each other better.

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At Mod Dog Training, I operate on two basic principles: training should never hurt and training should strengthen your bond with your dog. Helping dogs and their people understand each other better and live more enriching lives is the single most important aspect of my business. Mod Dog Training is here for anyone from the first-time puppy parent, to the lifelong dog owner, and everyone in-between. Whether you are struggling with a puppy who is still learning to chew on appropriate items, a dog who pulls on walks, a dog who is reactive or fearful, or you'd just like to learn more about how R+ methods can benefit your relationship with your dog, I'm here to help!

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The 101s of Behavior

Moving on to Partial Reinforcement

Caitlyn Mattern Training Advocate
1 minute read

Is your dog performing a cue consistently? Yay! You're ready to move on to a partial reinforcement schedule!

Continuous Reinforcement - Friend and Foe!

Caitlyn Mattern Training Advocate
2 minute read

Ever worried that your dog wouldn't perform a cue if they couldn't see a treat in your hand? How to know when and which cues don't have to rely on regular treat reinforcement and which cues/situations should ALWAYS be reinforced with high value reinforcement.

Do You Know How To Spot an Uncomfortable Dog?

Caitlyn Mattern Training Advocate
3 minute read

How to read your dog's body language when your pup is feeling stressed or threatened: 8 signs your dog is calling for you to make a situation feel safe and secure.

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My In-Depth Series on Behavior

Ratio Schedules - Get Those Reps In!

Caitlyn Mattern Training Advocate
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Wrapping up with a talk about reinforcement schedules that are based on repetitions!

Interval Schedules - Timing is Everything!

Caitlyn Mattern Training Advocate
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This week, we're talking about reinforcement schedules that are based on time and when they come in handy!

Nothing Happens Out of Nowhere

Caitlyn Mattern Training Advocate
3 minute read

I worked with a family last year who had a puppy we'll call Lilly. This family had three young and spirited children. Lilly was purchased from a breeder and from the day she came home, she was showered with love and affection. After a ...

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