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Hey Ding Ding! Negative Reinforcement In Dog Training And The Real World

October 29, 2016 By Duke Ferguson Leave a Comment

Hey Ding Ding! Negative Reinforcement In Dog Training And The Real World

I have seen trainers and some people  bash negative reinforcement and even get in to emotional fights with people about it. When I ask them if they even know what it is they say, “Well…ummm… its inhumane treatment of dogs.  This ignorance literally makes me want to throw up! It has to stop! People are being lied to about training and tools.

For some strange reason, they believe that the only thing in dog training thats ok is “positive reinforcement only”

You need to know the truth! This kind of thinking  is a complete lie.

What is the world coming to when you can be fed a load of crap like this and eat it up like candy?

Let me be clear here because I don’t want you to misunderstand what I’m saying.

All Unleashed Potential trainers firmly believe in using positive reinforcement in training BUT we also believe in balance and we are not afraid to tell the truth about dog training.  Negative reinforcement is NOT bad at all.

There is also a misconception that if you use negative reinforcement then you are not a positive trainer. This is also a crock of horse crap.

Watch this short video to see exactly how negative reinforcement  works, not only in dog training, but in the real world.

If you like this please share it to show the truth about what Negative Reinforcement is.

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Biothane Comfort Sure Fit Bungee E- Collar Strap Product Review with Duke Ferguson

June 10, 2016 By Duke Ferguson 6 Comments

Biothane Comfort Sure Fit Bungee E – Collar Strap review with Duke Ferguson CEO of Unleashed Potential K9 Academy. Watch the video to see what Pro trainer Duke Ferguson says about this product.

In this video he will explain why he likes the Biothane Comfort Sure Fit Bungee E – Collar Strap and he will Demonstrate how easy it is to put on and off with his dog Nitro.

Once you have watched the video and think this product is for you simply click any of the 2 buy now buttons Below any video

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Would you like  FREE dog training advice? OR to just learn more about Duke’s philosophy on dog training?  GET ACCES HEE to his Exclusive, FREE Mini video series  Click Here!! This mini series is not found on Youtube… Get Access Now… You will love the mini series and its Free!! 🙂

To find a UPK9 Trainer near you or to Book your  FREE Demonstration and Consult Click Here

For more information on how you can  purchase Dog Training Genesis and become a member  CLICK  HERE or on the photo below of Duke and his dogs.

ARE YOU A TRAINER LOOKING TO BETTER YOUR SKILLS OR SOMEONE WANTING TO LEARN TO BECOME A DOG TRAINER or JOIN THE UPK9 TEAM ? CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW YOU CAN COME AND TRAIN WITH DUKE FERGUSON

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Bob-A-Lot Food Dispenser Toy Review with Duke Ferguson of Unleashed Potential

May 23, 2016 By Duke Ferguson Leave a Comment

To get your own “Bob – A – Lot” Click the Green buy now button below now!

Bob-A-Lot food dispenser toy review with Duke Ferguson CEO of Unleashed Potential K9 Academy. Watch the video to see what Master Trainer Duke says about this Starmark toy. In this video he will explain why he likes this toy from the durability to setting the difficulty for the dog to obtain the food. He explains how to set up the toy for your pup. At the end he gives it to his 8 month old pup Matrix to demonstrate to you how much she loves to push it around and work for her meal. Once you have watched the video and think this product is for you, Duke will explain how you can obtain one.

Got Dog Problems? Do you want help? No matter the size, sex, age or breed We Can Help!

Would you like  FREE dog training advice? OR to just learn more about Duke’s philosophy on dog training?  GET ACCES HEE to his Exclusive, FREE Mini video series  Click Here!! This mini series is not found on Youtube… Get Access Now… You will love the mini series and its Free!! 🙂

To find a UPK9 Trainer near you or to Book your  FREE Demonstration and Consult Click Here

For more information on how you can  purchase Dog Training Genesis and become a member  CLICK  HERE or on the photo below of Duke and his dogs.

ARE YOU A TRAINER LOOKING TO BETTER YOUR SKILLS OR SOMEONE WANTING TO LEARN TO BECOME A DOG TRAINER or JOIN THE UPK9 TEAM ? CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW YOU CAN COME AND TRAIN WITH DUKE FERGUSON

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Duke Ferguson Seminar. The Art of Attention. Barrie, Ontario Canada. June 25th -26th 2016

May 23, 2016 By Duke Ferguson Leave a Comment

Duke Ferguson Seminar. The art of attention in Barrie, Ontario, Canada June 25-26th

2 Day Intense hands-on workshop in Barrie, ON, CANADA with Duke Ferguson of Unleashed Potential K9 , Creator of Dog Training Geneisis and certified NePoPo® trainer

This workshop will go over theory to the practical application of using timing, motivation and consistency with highly motivational, positive food training and remote collar use. You will learn in depth training on markers, using either verbal or a clicker. You will also learn how to use a remote collar in an extremely motivational manner as a means of easy communication. You will learn the NePoPo® System.

Register here message Janet Hanley
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This 2 day intensive workshop will give you the skills necessary to achieve unshakable focus an unbelievable bond and a strong work ethic from your dog. If you are looking to achieve amazing results, this is the workshop for you!

All spaces are $450 + HST If you plan on bringing a dog, let me know.

Duke will be working with people and their dogs. 10 is normally the limit but he always tries his best to get as many out as possible so you want to work a dog then be sure to bring the dog…. depending on the demand not every dog will be worked personally by Duke but he will do the best he can to get to as many as he can. Even if Duke can not work your dog you will have the chance to.
NOTE!!!
IF YOU ARE GOING TO BRING A DOG PLEASE BRING IT “HUNGRY” FOOD MOTIVATED AND WILLING TO WORK. 
There is plenty of parking.
Pet friendly hotels are 30 seconds walk from the facility.
Lunch will be provided on both days

If you need any training equipment, i.e.: place cots, e collars, slip leads, or muzzles all will be available for sale at the seminar.
Message Janet Hanley to Register Now 
PLEASE HAVE AGGRESSIVE DOGS MUZZLED PRIOR TO ENTERING THE FACILITY.

See You in Ontario!

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Got Dog Problems? Do you want help? No matter the size, sex, age or breed We Can Help!

Would you like  FREE dog training advice? OR to just learn more about Duke’s philosophy on dog training?  GET ACCESS HERE to his Exclusive, FREE Mini video series  Click Here!! This mini series is not found on Youtube… Get Access Now… You will love the mini series and its Free!! :)

To find a UPK9 Trainer near you or to Book your  FREE Demonstration and Consult Click Here

For more information on how you can  purchase Dog Training Genesis and become a member  CLICK  HERE or on the photo below of Duke and his dogs.

ARE YOU A TRAINER LOOKING TO BETTER YOUR SKILLS OR SOMEONE WANTING TO LEARN TO BECOME A DOG TRAINER or JOIN THE UPK9 TEAM ? CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW YOU CAN COME AND TRAIN WITH DUKE FERGUSON

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Duke Ferguson Seminar “The Art of Attention” in Arizona April 29 to May 1st

April 17, 2016 By Duke Ferguson Leave a Comment

April 29th to May 1st 2016

This event will be live streamed as well so if you can not make it you can still get access.

To sign up for the seminar or the live stream please CLICK HERE!!

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Got Dog Problems? Do you want help? No matter the size, sex, age or breed We Can Help!

Would you like  FREE dog training advice? OR to just learn more about Duke’s philosophy on dog training?  GET ACCES HEE to his Exclusive, FREE Mini video series  Click Here!! This mini series is not found on Youtube… Get Access Now… You will love the mini series and its Free!! 🙂

To find a UPK9 Trainer near you or to Book your  FREE Demonstration and Consult Click Here

For more information on how you can  purchase Dog Training Genesis and become a member  CLICK  HERE or on the photo below of Duke and his dogs.

ARE YOU A TRAINER LOOKING TO BETTER YOUR SKILLS OR SOMEONE WANTING TO LEARN TO BECOME A DOG TRAINER or JOIN THE UPK9 TEAM ? CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW YOU CAN COME AND TRAIN WITH DUKE FERGUSON

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