dog training glossary

Dog Training Glossary

This dog training glossary provides clear, force‑free definitions of common behavior and training terms to help owners better understand their dogs. All explanations are based on modern behavior science and reflect the same certified, evidence‑based approach we use in our training and behavior consulting services. Whether you’re new to dog ownership or expanding your knowledge, this glossary is designed to support you with accurate, humane, and easy‑to‑understand information.

Dog Training and Behavior Terms

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Habituation.
The diminishing of an instinctive response to a frequently repeated stimulus. Therefore people or animals become used to something, so that they no longer find it unpleasant or think it is a threat:

Head halter.
Head halters fit similarly to a horse’s halter, a halter gives a handler more control of the dog’s head, making it easier to manage a dog on leash until the dog has been taught to walk at the handler’s side. The basic logic of a halter is: Where the head goes, the body will follow.



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