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by Kara Hollars, owner of Personal Family Dog Trainer.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n


\n\"how<\/b><\/span>The Issue.<\/strong> You see a person working with their dog, using treats as a reward. The person shows the dog a treat, then asks them for a behavior. The dog complies 100% of the time, which looks very impressive! This goes on for some time. Suddenly, a look of panic crosses the persons face. They\u2019ve run out of treats! They ask their dog for another behavior, the dog looks for the treat, then gets up and walks away. The owner follows, desperately trying to get the dog to listen. What went wrong? <\/span><\/p>\n

What Happened<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n


\n<\/b><\/span>These types of dogs are what we call McBribers. They feel that they should get a treat for everything that they do, and if their owner does not have a treat they don\u2019t need to listen. These stories are always sad ones to hear, mostly because they are so easy to prevent!<\/span><\/p>\n

The good new is that no matter what stage your dog is at, you can work on this. The best news is that we have never worked with a dog who hasn\u2019t improved their behavior significantly in a short period of time as long as the protocol was applied correctly!<\/span><\/p>\n

How Do We Work On It?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n


\"how<\/b>Most McBribers are created when an owner is taught how to begin training their dog, but not how to finish training. As <\/span>dog trainers<\/a><\/span>, when we talk about how to prevent McBribers we often begin by discussing how our parents used our allowances as children. All experiences are different, but when I was a toddler, my parents used to ask me if I\u2019d like a quarter while showing me a bright, shiny quarter. Of course I would say yes every time, and they would tell me that if I picked up my clothes I\u2019d get the quarter. Each time I picked up my clothes they would praise me for picking up the clothes, then they would give me the quarter.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Childhood Lessons<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

When I grew into a young child my parents began asking if I would pick up my clothes without showing me the quarter. Based on what I had learned previously, I knew I would receive praise and a quarter if I did what was asked of me, so I completed the task without fuss. As an older child, my parents upped the ante and asked me to do four tasks, which coincidentally meant cleaning my entire room. <\/span><\/p>\n

I was a little leery, but they had been consistent with their praise and quarters up to that point, so I decided I trusted them and completed all four tasks. They praised me each time I finished a task, and at the end I got four quarters! My parents continued working with me in this manner until I became a teenager and was proficient at working through the week in order to get my allowance on the weekend.<\/span><\/p>\n

By the time I began working at my first real job receiving a weekly paycheck made sense since I had already been doing something similar for the past few years. That job was also my favorite, because sometimes our boss would give us a bonus during the week! Not only was it a great pick-me-up on that day, but it made me excited\u00a0 <\/span>to come into work every day!<\/span><\/p>\n

The Breakdown<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n


\n\"how<\/b><\/span>Now, let us take that scenario and translate it into canine training. In the scenario above, we read about a few points in the life of a Toddler, Young Child, Older Child, and Teenager. Just as my parents continued working with me until I understood the world around me, we continue working with our dogs until they understand their world and how they must behave in it! However, since we cannot train children and dogs in the same manner, we adapt the parenting methods mentioned above into something that we can use for the dogs we train.<\/span><\/p>\n

Canine Training Timeline<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"how100% Guarantee \u2013 Toddler Training –<\/b> The first thing your dog needs to learn is that you are the giver of good things! This can happen in a variety of ways, but the most common are hand feeding your dog or working on the behavior \u201cTouch\u201d. In any case, in this step the dog is asked for a behavior, shown the reward, then receives praise and the reward for completing the behavior. This is a great beginning, but it doesn\u2019t stop here!<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Trust Gambit \u2013 Young Child –<\/b> The second step in this process is to teach your dog to trust you. Begin by placing the rewards in a bowl next to you, in a pocket, or even in your closed hand. Ask your dog for a behavior, such as a Sit or a Down. When they complete the behavior, you praise and reward them. At this point, you still reward your dog 100% of the time for the correct behavior, but they no longer see the reward before offering it.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Introducing Roulette \u2013 Older Child –<\/b> Now we work on expanding the limits of your dog\u2019s trust by asking your canine for multiple behaviors, then giving higher rewards. For instance, you may ask your dog to Sit, Down, and Spin in a circle. If they complete those three behaviors, they get 3 rewards. The next time you may ask for four behaviors before you reward them. After that you may ask for one behavior and reward that one behavior. If you continue playing this game with them, you\u2019ll end up with a dog that will always perform the behavior, because they know that sooner or later they\u2019ll get a reward for it!<\/span><\/p>\n

The Terrible Teens<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"\"Roulette For Life \u2013 Teenager And Beyond –<\/b> The last step in this process is to play Roulette without having a reward near you at all. For instance, you may ask your dog to Sit, Down, and then Stand in the living room, when the rewards are in the kitchen. After your dog has successfully completed Sit, Down, and Stand, you both walk into the kitchen and your dog receives their reward. This shows your dog that even though you don\u2019t smell like (or look like) you have a reward, it doesn\u2019t mean that they won\u2019t get rewarded. <\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Jackpot! – Bonus –<\/b> In addition to playing Roulette For Life, you can spoil your dog occasionally with a Jackpot. A Jackpot is when you give more rewards than normal for the behavior(s) offered. This is a great way to reward your dog for a job well done!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Words, Wisdom, And Wisecracks<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

– Have Fun! Nobody enjoys working with a sourpuss.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"– Don\u2019t get discouraged! <\/span><\/p>\n

– There is no such thing as a perfect dog, but you can work towards having a dog who will be a perfect fit for you. <\/span><\/p>\n

– Nothing in life is free \u2013 Dogs should not receive a reward without working for it, and they should not work without receiving a reward.<\/span><\/p>\n

– Each dog is uniquely made and has a purpose. As their owners we have the pain and the pleasure of helping them discover what that purpose is. <\/span>\ud83d\ude0a<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nAuthor bio:<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"KaraKara Hollars is the Owner and Lead Trainer of Personal Family Dog Trainer<\/a>, a professional canine training business that works with clients and canines throughout the Midwest. Kara comes from a family of dog lovers and has worked with rescues for as long as she can remember. She began formally training in 2008 and opened Personal Family Dog Trainer in the fall of 2011.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

The decision to begin training professionally came when she began seeing holes in the training programs in her area. She realized that most trainers in her area were treating symptoms instead of fixing problems. Kara began developing a whole-life canine instruction program, which starts with The Ultimate Puppy, then moves onward through Companion Dog and Family Dog programs. For those with specialized goals, she incorporated a Therapy Dog Program, Behavior Adjustment Programs, and a tri-level Trick Course.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

In addition to teaching others, she also is a believer in continuing education herself. She enjoys communicating with others in her field, is a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP), and a Canine Good Citizenship (CGC)\u00a0Evaluator for the AKC. <\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

When she is not training, she is volunteering in the community. She and her Therapy Dogs can often be found at local hospitals, nursing homes, and schools. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, spending time with her family, or sitting down with a good book.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

\"Dog“Training a dog the right way isn\u2019t about control. It\u2019s about communication. When you reward good behavior consistently, you build trust and create a relationship where your dog wants to listen and learn.” – <\/em>Kevin Kinyon, Co-Founder, PetWorks<\/strong><\/p>\n

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FAQ: How to Train Your Dog the Right Way<\/strong><\/h3>\n

What is the best way to train a dog?<\/strong>
The best approach is positive, reward-based training. This method reinforces good behavior with praise, treats, or play, making learning clear and motivating for your dog.<\/p>\n

When should I start training my dog?<\/strong>
You can start training as soon as you bring your dog home. Puppies and adult dogs alike benefit from consistent, gentle training.<\/p>\n

How long should training sessions be?<\/strong>
Keep sessions short and focused. Five to ten minutes, one to three times a day, works best for most dogs.<\/p>\n

Should I use treats every time?<\/strong>
In the beginning, yes. As your dog learns, you can gradually reduce treats and rely more on praise, play, or real-life rewards.<\/p>\n

What if my dog isn\u2019t responding to training?<\/strong>
Check your timing, consistency, and expectations. If problems persist, working with a professional dog trainer can make a big difference.<\/p>\n

Is punishment effective in dog training?<\/strong>
No. Punishment can create fear and confusion. Reward-based methods build trust and lead to more reliable, long-term results.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n\n

About PetWorks<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

\"DrIn 2021, Dr. Marty Goldstein DVM<\/a><\/span> joined the pet care platform PetWorks as an advisor in its Animal Nutrition<\/a><\/span> care division. Dr Marty Nature’s Blend is on a mission to help your pets live their healthiest lives possible. Dr. Marty\u2019s pet nutrition expertise and guidance has helped PetWorks evolve and become the preeminent animal and pet nutrition consultation service for pet parents in North America.<\/p>\n

\"BillIn 2022, Blue Buffalo<\/a><\/span> Founder Bill Bishop Jr. joined PetWorks as Senior Advisor in our Animal Nutrition Care Division. Bill brings his extensive expertise in pet food innovation and business leadership. His guidance helps PetWorks enhance our pet nutrition service offerings, helping to ensure that pet parents throughout the world receive trusted, science-backed nutritional support for their dogs, cats, and animals.<\/p>\n

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\"Kevin<\/em>PetWorks<\/span><\/a> Co-Founder Kevin Kinyon<\/span><\/a> is a life-long animal lover who works tirelessly to improve the lives of pets and their parents. Human and animal qualities he values most are integrity, humor, and empathy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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