Why Marker Words Matter in Dog Training (and How to Use Them Correctly)

Why Marker Words Matter in Dog Training (and How to Use Them Correctly)

One Word Can Change Everything In dog training, communication is everything. And while dogs don’t understand full sentences, they are extremely good at associating single sounds with actions and outcomes. This is where marker words come in. A marker is a specific word that tells your dog, with perfect timing, “That was it!” or “Try…