Focused Heeling Series Part 5: Discover how reward placement influences your dog’s head position, anticipation, engagement, and movement—and how to use intentional reward delivery to develop more precise, independent heeling.
Knowing when to take the toy away is an important step in developing true focused heeling. The goal isn't to suddenly remove the reward, but to teach your dog that the behavior stays the same even when the visible focal point disappears. Learn how to begin this transition without losing position, engagement, or motivation.
The armpit toy is a powerful tool for building the foundation of focused heeling—but it’s not the end goal. Learn how to use the toy to develop position, engagement, and enthusiasm while preparing your dog to eventually heel without a visible reward.
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