Hey guys here is a little snippet from one of our newest courses on building focus with your dog ! In dog training, timing and markers matter. The difference between “YES” and “GOOD” is the difference between ending a behaviour and building duration. YES = Termination Marker “YES” tells the dog: 👉 That was correct, the rep is over, come get paid. What it means to the dog: • Behavior is finished • Release is coming • Reward is delivered GOOD = Continuation Marker“GOOD” tells the dog:👉 You’re right… keep doing exactly that.\ What it means to the dog: • Stay in position • Hold the behavior • Reinforcement is coming, but not yet Why this matters: If you use YES when you should use GOOD, you’ll get: • Dogs that pop out of position • No duration • Sloppy obedience If you never use YES, you’ll get: • Confused dogs • No clarity • Weaker reinforcement Simple rule: YES = End it GOOD = Hold it

In Part 2, I dive deeper into how to layer stressors on top of the command so your dog learns to respond no matter what’s going on around them. This step is all about building reliability in the real world—because a recall that only works in your backyard isn’t a true recall. 💡 👉 In this video, you’ll learn: - Why controlled stressors are key to proofing your recall - How to introduce distractions without overwhelming your dog - Practical drills you can use right away to strengthen reliability If you want a recall that works at the park, around other dogs, or in any high-energy environment, this is the piece you don’t want to skip.

💎 Building Food Drive in Dogs If your dog isn’t excited about treats, training can feel like a struggle. This quick guide shows you how to turn food into your dog’s favorite thing in the world — so they’re eager, focused, and ready to learn every time you train. 💎 Charging a Marker Want your dog to instantly understand when they’ve done the right thing? Learn how to “charge” a marker word or sound so it becomes your secret communication shortcut — leading to faster learning and a happier, more confident dog.

Quick heads up — the first module on teaching the Perfect Recall is now live inside the Training Gems tab. 🎉 This is where we lay the foundation for getting your dog to come back every time… the first step to true off-lead freedom. Go check it out now and start building that rock-solid recall today 👇 👉 [Watch Module 1 in Training Gems] Talk soon, Ollie

This is Part 1 of my series on teaching the perfect recall — the skill that makes true off-lead freedom possible. In this lesson, I’ll show you how to build the foundation step by step so your dog learns to come back to you every time, no matter the distraction. Reliable recall isn’t about luck — it’s about a clear system, the right rewards, and consistent training. Follow along, and you’ll set your dog up for complete off-lead reliability.