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Daily Trivia
Miniature schnauzers have a high prey drive. What specific training technique helps curb this instinct?
(scroll to the bottom to find the answer!)
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Trivia Answer
To help curb the high prey drive in miniature schnauzers, one of the most effective training techniques is positive reinforcement training with impulse control exercises.
Here's a breakdown of this approach:
Positive reinforcement training:
This involves rewarding the desired behavior (in this case, not chasing or fixating on small animals/prey) with treats, praise, or other positive reinforcers. This reinforces the good behavior and makes it more likely to occur in the future.
Impulse control exercises:
These exercises teach the dog to control their impulses and remain calm in the presence of potential prey.
Some examples include:
"Leave it" command: Train your schnauzer to ignore and walk away from small animals/prey when you give the "leave it" cue.
"Watch me" command: Train your dog to make eye contact with you when you give the "watch me" cue, even in the presence of distractions like squirrels or birds.
“Stay" and "Wait" commands: Teach your schnauzer to hold a stay or wait position, even when a potential prey animal is in sight.
These exercises help the dog learn to override their natural prey drive and focus their attention on you and the rewards you provide for good behavior.
Consistency and patience are key when using positive reinforcement and impulse control training.
It's also important to practice in controlled environments first, gradually increasing the level of distraction as your schnauzer masters impulse control.
With time and dedication, this approach can effectively curb the prey drive in miniature schnauzers.