Maddie the Golden...

...regulating the escapees in the yard… First we teach commands, then we proof commands-it’s cool that a dog can do something without any distractions in a sterile environment, and/or with the promise of treats. The problem is that’s all the further most people take their training, and we all know that real life is rarely perfect. So we work the 3 D’s of Proofing-Distance, Duration, Distraction. Utilizing these three challenges in your training makes the dog’s commands stronger, prepping them over time for real life. But it takes time and baby steps forward to get there. #goldenretriever #goldenretrieverpuppy #goldenretrieversofinstagram #dogtraining #backyardchickens #proofyourshit #workyourdog #jailbreak #knoxville #knoxvilletn #knoxvilletennessee #maryville #maryvilletn #maryvilletennessee