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True or False: Dogs are a blank slate at birth and have no preconceived notions about the world until humans teach them
What is true?
Is it feasible to teach a new concept or command in one sitting?
What is incorrect?
This command catches a dogs reflex and has them lift their paw to untangle a leash
What is "Fix"?
This command tells the dog they completed the task and get a treat in return
What is "yes!"?
The "A" in the acronym ABC stands for this; creating concise connections between one thing or another
What is association?
True or False: dogs learn more easily in smaller, bite-sized chunks
What is True?
The "C" in the acronym; enforcing the same rules and boundaries at all times
What is consistency?
This command tells the dog that this is an appropriate opportunity to go to the bathroom
What is "better hurry"?
This command tells the dog that they are on the right track, but not done yet
What is "That's it"?
The "B" in the acronym; breaking down large topics into smaller sections
What is bit by bit?
This command tells the dog not to go for something on the ground that might be of interest to them, and make eye contact
What is "Leave it"?
This command gets a dogs attention and lets them know that there is about to be movement
What is "are you ready?"?
This command sends the dog to a bed or blanket and makes them stay there until released
What is "go to bed"?
This command tells the dog to relax as they are going to be hanging out in that position for a while
What is "settle"?
This command has the dog bring their nose to an object, often used to push handicapped buttons or close drawers
What is "touch"?
This command tells the dog that they are not doing what was asked of them
What is "nope"?