Welcome to 2 Thumbs Up RVA Dog Training! In today’s video, I’ll walk you through the basics of target training with your dog. Target training is a great way to teach your dog to move into specific positions or perform certain behaviors.

Here’s how it works:

1. Start by holding a treat in your left hand, keeping your right hand empty.

2. Encourage your dog to touch your left hand with their nose or paw.

3. When they make contact, reward them with a treat from your right hand.

This simple method helps your dog understand where to focus their attention and how to move into position. Watch as I demonstrate with Murphy, showing how this technique can be used for a variety of behaviors!