Canine Threshold Thermometer
Canine Threshold Thermometer
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Levels 7-9
Fight or flight mode Growling, snarling, snapping, lunging and biting are common offensive acts. Defensive dogs can also become aggressive if unable to escape.
Levels 5-6
Your dog is now in “reactive” mode. He may not accept treats and can’t follow cues. Barking, lunging, cowering, backing up, fur up, tail erect or tucked. Leave the area!
- AT THRESHOLD -
Levels 3-4
Your dog’s able to follow cues and take treats, but can become distracted. He’s alert with ears up, tail neutral or up, tighter body.
Levels 1-2
Your dog’s body is loose and relaxed, light pant, possibly low sweeping tail, gentle eyes. Your dog is able to follow cues and accepts treats nicely.
When training, consider:
- Is he able following well known cues?
- Is he accepting well loved treats?
- How intense is the trigger?
- How long have you been working?
- How far away is the trigger?
- Are you using treats he values?
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