Using Play to Train Willie
Who says training can’t include fun and games?
Example of “Watch” with Willie
Willie loves a good game of tug as positive reinforcement for
checking in with Trisha.
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Go Ahead, Play Hard to Get November 2020
Safe and Ecologically Friendly Dog Toys January 2020
The Challenge of Pet Dog Training October 2019
Scent Games February 2019
Let The Fetch Games Begin. Or Not? February 2018
How Do You Play with Your Dog? February 2013
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