A dog training hack you can't afford to ignore!

Let's chat about a nifty little trick in the dog training world that is pure gold - The Premack Principle. 

Now, I'm going to break this down without all the jargon: As a kid, were you ever told, "You can't have any dessert until you've finished your vegetables"? It's just like that, but for dogs.

The Premack Principle is all about using something that your dog loves to reinforce

something they might not be so crazy about. Using Premack, you can turn less exciting stuff into a gateway to the good stuff!

Need an example? Okay, here's one that we've ALL experienced. The chaotic door scene. You know, the scene where your dog goes full-on rocket mode the second the door opens, desperate to explore the big, wide world outside.

So, let's use the Premack Principle to solve your daily door drama.

Here's the deal: Every time you and your furry sidekick approach the door, rather than the usual doggy stampede, you can ask for a "sit" or "wait". If they try to do their typical door dash, simply close the door before they make their great escape and try again.

Genius, right? You're using what your dog wants (to go outside) as a reward for what you want (good manners at the door).

Yes, this will take a bit of practice, patience and a few treats along the way, but soon enough, your door rituals will become the epitome of canine etiquette.

The Premack Principle goes so far beyond "dog training"; it's about weaving good behaviour seamlessly into your daily routine.

This is a dog training hack that you can't afford to ignore!