It’s a common problem that the circumstances in which you train most of your behaviors are not the circumstances in which you need those behaviors to be performed. The more you train the same behaviors the same way in the same environment, the harder it is to perform those behaviors in new (and often harder and more important) situations. Whether you train for performance in the ring or in the vet’s office, your end goal is to build solid behaviors that you can count on when you need them most.

In this Learning Lab, we will explore ideas for building robust, reliable behaviors when it’s not easy to leave home. We’ll discuss when and how to add distractions without increasing the error rate and without putting precious behaviors at risk. We’ll also focus on specific, practical steps you can take in everyday training to teach resilient behaviors for the long run. Finally, we’ll discuss how best to maximize training opportunities away from home when you are able to take your sessions on the road.

CEUs may only be earned by 2022 ClickerExpo LIVE registrants. Closed captioning is available on the full version of this course.