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Module 7: Proofing in Real Life
A cue that works in your living room isn't a cue. Here's how to make it real.
5 min read Intermediate
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New location reset
Every new environment = drop criteria by 50%. Your dog isn't being stubborn; behavior is context-bound.
Distraction ladder
Same as recall — start where your dog can succeed, increase one variable at a time.
Lifetime maintenance
Trained cues need refresher reps for life. 2 min/day keeps them sharp.
Key takeaways
- ★New context = easier criteria
- ★One variable at a time
- ★Maintain for life
Lesson checklist
Action items to put this module into practice.
- List 5 places to proof each cue
- Plan one distraction per session
- Add 2-min daily maintenance