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Module 1: The Mechanics of a Training Session
Before any specific cue, master the session structure that makes every cue stick.
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Short and frequent
5 min, 2–3x daily beats 30 min weekly by orders of magnitude. Puppies focus in bursts.
Mark + reward
Use a clicker or a consistent marker word ('yes!') the instant the behavior happens, then deliver the treat within 1 second.
End on a win
Always finish a session with a behavior the dog already knows, paid generously. Last impression sticks.
Key takeaways
- ★5 min, 2–3x daily
- ★Mark first, treat second
- ★Always end on a win
Lesson checklist
Action items to put this module into practice.
- Pick your marker word or clicker
- Schedule 2 daily 5-min slots
- Stock 50+ pea-sized treats