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Get the most out of your training time while learning foundation skills with 10-Minute Dog Training Games! Renowned trainer Kyra Sundance utilizes scientifically-proven methods and learning theory in this expert addition to her best-selling series of dog training books. Step-by-step in these pages, Kyra shows how to create a happy, confident dog who is ready and motivated to work in a short amount of time. She teaches how to use positive, reward-based techniques that are fun for both the dog and trainer. Foundation skills like basic obedience, following directional signs, jumps and balancing, memory strengthening, and overcoming fears and obstacles are covered in detail. Quick exercises utilize tons of varied props and creative ideas, resulting in a dynamic, engaging curriculum! Synopsis
Get the most out of your training time while learning foundation skills with 10-Minute Dog Training Games Renowned trainer Kyra Sundance utilizes scientifically-proven methods and learning theory in this expert addition to her best-selling series of dog training books. Step-by-step in these pages, Kyra shows how to create a happy, confident dog who is ready and motivated to work in a short amount of time. She teaches how to use positive, reward-based techniques that are fun for both the dog and trainer. Foundation skills like basic obedience, following directional signs, jumps and balancing, memory strengthening, and overcoming fears and obstacles are covered in detail. Quick exercises utilize tons of varied props and creative ideas, resulting in a dynamic, engaging curriculum
Synopsis
In 10-Minute Dog Training Games, renowned trainer and internationally best-selling author of 101 Dog Tricks, Kyra Sundance, gives you step-by-step, photo-illustrated instructions to do 86 simple learning games with your dog using a variety of props. They will be the highlight of the day for both you and your dog Short, fun sessions are ideal for a dog, especially when they end with success Each 10-minute game will
boost your dog's intelligence as his or her brain is challenged with new behaviors. Kyra Sundance teaches how to use
positive, reward-based techniques that foster an anxiety-free environment where your dog is an eager and willing participant.
Simple instructions and photos take the guesswork out of training, while
tips and equipment suggestions answer your questions.
Using both specialized props and things around the house, help your dog build:
- Confidence (Weenie Bobbing, Tunnel, Hoop Jump, Platform Jump, and more)
- Mental Focus (Memory Game, Treasure Hunt, Massage, Dog Yoga, and more)
- Coordination (Ladder Work, Seesaw, Wobble Board, Jumping Figure-8s, and more)
- Strength (Tug, Assisted Upright Walking, Sit High, and more)
- Direction-Following Skills (Roll out the Carpet, Soap Bubble Chasing, Paintbrush Painting, and more)
Enjoy special time with your dog every day with this dynamic, engaging curriculum
Also by Kyra Sundance, learn to do even more with your dog with:
101 Dog Tricks;
The Dog Tricks and Training Workbook;
51 Puppy Tricks;
101 Dog Tricks, Kids Edition;
Dog Training 101;
The Pocket Guide to Dog Tricks;
Kyra's Canine Conditioning; and
The Joy of Dog Training.
Synopsis
The 10-Minute Dog Trainer:—helps busy dog owners get the most out of their training time—utilizes scientifically proven methods and learning theory —teaches foundation skills for pet dogs and dog sport competitors—creates a happy, confident dog who is motivated to work—channels enthusiasm and teaches self-control—uses positive, reward-based techniques which are fun for the dog and trainer Learn foundation skills like:—Basic obedience—Following directional signs—Jumps and balancing—Memory games—Overcoming fears…and many more! The exercises use tons of varied props and creative ideas for a dynamic, engaging curriculum!
About the Author
Kyra Sundance is a world-acclaimed stunt dog show performer, dog trainer, and internationally best-selling author. Her dog team performs live acrobatic shows on premier stages internationally; at circuses, professional sports halftime shows, and on movies and television shows such as The Tonight Show, Ellen, Entertainment Tonight, Worldwide Fido Awards, Animal Planet, Showdog Moms and Dads, and Beverly Hills Chihuahua 2. Kyra and her dogs starred in Disney’s Underdog stage show and in a command performance at the palace in Marrakech for the king of Morocco.
Kyra has written numerous popular dog-training books including the international best-selling 101 Dog Tricks, and hosts a line of award-winning dog-training DVDs. She also set-trains dog actors for movies and TV and lectures on positive dog-training methods.
Kyra is nationally ranked in competitive dog sports, having trained, competed, and titled in a great number of dog sports. Her methods foster confident, happy dogs who are motivated to do the right thing rather than ones fearful of making a mistake. She shows us how to develop joyful relationships with dogs who balance enthusiasm with self-control.
Kyra and her Weimaraners Chalcy and Jadie live with Kyra’s husband on a ranch in California’s Mojave desert. www.kyra.com
Table of Contents
Author’s Note
Introduction
Confidence
Weenie Bobbing
Hunt in Box of Packing Material
Laundry Basket
Tunnel
Crawl Tunnel
Chute
Bang Game
Slam the Door
Hoop Jump
Platform Jump
Blind Jump
Mental Focus
Memory & Logic
Memory Game
Back-Track Memory Game
Treat under a Blanket
Logic Test
Fishing with a Rope
Focus & Self-Control
Focus on Trainer
Balance & Catch
Nose Games
Muffin Tin
Tied-Up Towel
Treasure Hunt
Which Hand Holds the Treat?
Nose Work Box Search
Shell Game
Scent Discrimination
Hide & Seek
Tracking
Rapporthund
Relaxation
Massage
Doga
Coordination
Hind-End Awareness
Cavalettis
Ladder Work
Weave Poles 2 X 2
Paws-Up Balance Disc
Perch Work
Two On, Two Off
Skateboard
Ladder Climb
Balance
Ramp
Balance Beam
Double Beam / Tightrope
Seesaw
Stacking Pods
Donut
Wobble Board
Body Board
Peanut Roll
Barrel
Balance Ball
Jumps
Bar Jump
Stride Regulators
Jumping Grid
Cik & Cap Jump Wraps
Jumping Figure-8s
Chasing & Catching
Laser Light
Radio-Controlled Car
Lunge Whip
Disc Rollers
Disc Catch
Strength
Scootering
Tug
Assisted Upright Walking
Sit High
Following Directions
Directionals
Follow Pointed Finger
Target Mat
Doggie Doorbell
Pedestal
Directional Casting
Hand Signals
Barrel Racing
Retrieve
Fetch
Flyball Fetch
Nose Touch
Touch My Hand
Target Stick
Ring a Bell to Go Out
Volleyball
Treibball
Soap Bubbles
Roll out the Carpet
Paintbrush Painting
Pawing
Tennis Ball in Sandbox
Wipe Your Paws
Scratchy Board
Scratch Art
Test Right- or Left-Pawed
Pawprint Painting
Index
Acknowledgments
In Memoriam
Also by Kyra Sundance
About the Author