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Connection(연결)은 최근 obedience(복종)를 대체하는 만능 용어로 흔히 사용됨.lured focus(유도된 집중)를 통한 가짜 connection(연결), eyeball to eyeball training(눈 맞춤 훈련), 모든 상황에서 sit(앉아)을 시키는 permission seeking behaviours(허락 구하기 행동)에 치중함.connection(연결)은 매우 개인적인 것이며, 진정성을 갖기 위해서는 다음의 과정이 필수적임.observe(관찰하기)slow down(속도 늦추기)understand our dogs(반려견 이해하기)meet them where they are(반려견이 있는 그 지점에서 만나기)connection(연결)할 수 없는 상황connection(연결)이나 cue seeking(큐 탐색)을 할 수 없음을 인지해야 하며, respectful management(존중하는 관리) 단계로 넘어가야 함.too many stimulus(너무 많은 자극): 주의력과 정보 처리를 요구하는 자극들(잠재적 보상이나 위협의 세상)에 압도당했을 때.too tired(너무 피곤함): 정신적으로 관여할 에너지가 없어 그저 한 걸음씩 걷는 것 외에는 아무것도 할 수 없을 때.predator brain dominates(포식자 뇌가 지배함): 아직 그룹의 일원으로 일하는 법을 배우지 못한 상태.unknown or fearful history(알 수 없거나 공포스러운 과거): 사건이나 상황에 둘러싸여 있을 때.unwell(몸이 좋지 않을 때): 신체적으로 컨디션이 저하되었을 때.Cue Seeking(큐 탐색)의 정의와 형태puppies(강아지들)는 보호자에 대해 끊임없이 배우고 있기 때문에 매우 강렬한 cue seeking(큐 탐색)을 보임.cue seeking(큐 탐색)을 자극함.fast training situation(빠른 훈련 상황)에서는 음식 섭취 후 다음과 같은 cue seeking(큐 탐색)이 나타남:Cue Seeking(큐 탐색) vs. 단순 주시(Checking in)relaxed connection(편안한 연결): "I'm OK, you're OK" (나는 괜찮고, 너도 괜찮아).cue seeking으로 보지 않는다. 왜냐하면 메릭의 현재 상태가 바로 그녀가 원하는 '보상 그 자체'이기 때문이다.)Space to Cue Seek(큐 탐색을 위한 공간) 제공pattern of preparation)을 제시할 때, 반려견에게 스스로 배움을 선택하고 상태를 파악할 수 있는 공간을 제공해야 함.learning about them):processing patterns(정보 처리 패턴)individual way of exploring(개별적인 탐색 방식)how they move when this learning is happening(학습이 일어날 때 어떻게 움직이는가)when this pattern is familiar and when it changes pace(이 패턴이 익숙한 때와 속도가 변하는 때)topography(지형/특성)를 가짐.Cue Seeking(큐 탐색)을 확인하는 3단계 삼각형us (보호자)reward source (보상원)reward consumption (보상 섭취)rewards(보상)를 찾고 있음을 알게 됨.learning(학습)은 복잡한 과정이지만, 결국 '더 많고 더 나은 보상'을 찾는 것임.cue seeking(큐 탐색)이 일어나는 공간을 볼 수 있으며, luring(유도)이나 wearing food(음식을 몸에 지니고 다니는 것)를 통한 강제적 연결이 아닌, 반려견의 desire(욕구)에 의한 connection(연결)을 추구해야 함.connect-ability(연결성)가 낮거나 없다면, 우리는 규율을 지켜야 한다.heroic listening skills(영웅적인 청각 능력), 완벽한 performance(수행), 혹은 우리가 상상 속에서만 그리는 반려견의 모습을 요구하지 말아야 한다.cue seeking opportunities(신호를 찾을 기회)를 포착해야 한다.survival instinct(생존 본능)이다.learners(학습자)를 길러낼 수 있다.no-training day(훈련하지 않는 날)라고 해서 반려견이 햇볕 아래서 게으르게 누워만 있는 날을 의미하는 것은 아니다.prompts(단서/자극)를 찾아야 한다.skills(기술)를 훈련해야 한다.positive reinforcement(긍정적 강화)를 사용하고 싶어 하며, 우리의 마음은 '일어나지 않는 일'의 성공에 집중한다.reinforcement(강화)는 어떤 행동이 '발생'할 때 그 행동에 부착되는 것이지, 부재(absence)에 부착되는 것이 아니다.genuine(진짜), self-styled(자칭), fake(가짜) 전문가 사이의 차이가 무엇인지 이제는 확신하기 어렵다.Cue Seeking is Connection by Kay Laurence | Key Skills and Training Connection is commonly becoming the replacement catchall for obedience: where the dog is taught a pseudo connection with lured focus; eyeball to eyeball training and permission seeking behaviours such as the sit for everything. Connection is very individual and to be authentic we have to observe, slow down, understand our dogs and meet them where they are. There will be times when they cannot connect with the energy we would like or at all, or to use the 1966 terminology they are “disobedient”. These will be situations: ➤ where they are overwhelmed by too many stimulus requiring their attention and processing; this may be a world of potential rewards or potential threats ➤ where they are too tired to mentally engage with anything but one foot in front of the other ➤ where the predator brain dominates and has yet to learn how to work as part of a group ➤ where they are surrounded by events or situations that are unknown or associated with a fearful history ➤ when they are unwell In these situation you will be able to observe their inability to connect, cue seek, and need to progress to respectful management. Cue Seeking This is much more than just looking at you. There is a clear sense of enquiry. This may vary from “are you doing OK?” to “are you going to throw that ball / give me that piece of toast?” or “can that unemployed hand to give my ears a scritch?” Our dog is looking for information and invariably that is information that can lead to rewards of their choice. Are we going to stop and look at clouds or carry on with the walk? Puppies have that very intense cue seeking as they are continually learning about us. When we are buzzing with a desire to interact the cue seeking with be stimulated by the presence of the potential reward. In a fast training situation we will see cue seeking occur on the consumption of the food: “is there more?” How can I earn it? This is quite different from a dog that is just watching us or checking in. These are much less intense forms of seeking information closer to checking that nothing has changed and we are carrying on as before. A more relaxed connection: "I'm OK, you're OK". Merrick just watching me take the photo. I do not see cue seeking as her current state is EXACTLY the reward she is seeking. Space to Cue Seek When we present the stimulus of a focus on learning: the pattern of preparation; chopping treats to placing objects; the scent of those special rewards, the environment of previous learning etc., we deliberately give the dog space to c
hoose to learn and space to let us read what they are going through. We are learning about them: their processing patterns, their individual way of exploring, how they move when this learning is happening, when this pattern is familiar and when it changes pace. It has a topography that we can recognise. By using the three points: us, reward source and reward consumption we can be confident in the evidence when we observe their desire to seek information from us. They become open to information and we know they are seeking rewards. Learning, although a complex process, is about seeking more and better rewards. In this triangle that opens up cue seeking, we can begin to see the spaces between and do not assume connection by luring or wearing food but connection by desire. Here you can see a Young Merrick with a very clear desire for that chicken just by her nose. The lid is loosely covering the option to help herself and her learning history prompts her to cue seek to me with much enquiry as to how to earn that chicken. Once she can make that connection Person will go fetch her reward. This is just a short distance which can be enlarged with experience. It gives us clear evidence of their learning. We begin to appreciate that the reward systems are multi layered: There will be pleasure from: ➤ consuming a portion of food ➤ being able to repeat that consumption where a growing familiarity gives pleasure in itself ➤ anticipation of that pleasure: “I know what is going to happen and I can rely on it” ➤ being able to control access to the rewards is a reward in itself: our dogs will activate us into the process of collection and see our shared enjoyment ➤ being able to control the speed of this process: the dog is given space in these specific conditions to feel their own way through the learning, not being told/lured what to do, how to do it or the speed of next, next, next. Our time in this classroom may begin with hesitation or uncertainty but as we see their learning get stronger the understanding gets stronger. We are both learners. Cue Seeking is a meter of Connect-ability Can the dog connect at this moment in these conditions? Does the dog perceive the available rewards and seek connection to enable access to those rewards? This can be as complex as finding the fresh scent of a rabbit to follow but knowing they will need us with the spade to dig out that rabbit or lasso the squirrel out of the tree. We want to build a connection from gaining and seeking those rewards as an activity we do together not a solo activity that puts us into conflict. Looking f
or potential situations where cue seeking can be asked as a question before activity begins: When you walk into a new environment or arrive and get out the car your dog may need time to assess the environment before they can cue seek. We ask our questions by being still, our poised-standing, giving them time, letting them scan and become comfortable, assess the potential rewards or threats and then seek information from us as to how those rewards will be gained. It may take less than a second it may take twenty. ➤ The reward may be going over to the nearest bush for a sniff and pee. ➤ The reward may be clipping on the line to go tracking or setting off to explore ➤ The reward may be taking the toy out of the pocket opening the commencement of games ➤ The reward may be a comforting stroke and ear massage ➤ The reward may be a reduction of space as we close the gap between us and the dog. There will be times where the dog is going to struggle to connect and we need to acknowledge those moments and not ask the question but use management with care to avoid a full disconnect. If the connect-ability is low or absent then we will need to be disciplined and avoid asking for heroic listening skills, perfect performance or the dog that we imagine. We can always trust that our dogs will strive to connect but we must also be cognisant of not ignoring their efforts when we are not paying attention. Now we begin to look for cue seeking opportunities that we did not have the eyes for previously. Obnoxious Puppy The delight of your new puppy is probably going to last a few weeks, maybe four if you are lucky. When 12 weeks old hits, and you will feel a slam, the Delight is going to demonstrate ungrateful, obnoxious traits. Read More A Road to Nowhere When familiarity is stripped away we seek recognisable signposts that will take us back to comfort and security. This is survival instinct. It is worth listening to as it keeps us alive. Read More Be-toothed Learning Machines The thing they don’t tell you is that raising a puppy is DANGED HARD WORK. Biting everything, peeing everywhere, eating anything; not for the faint hearted. Read More Building A Generous Future Maybe it feels like a doddle because my life with her wasn’t one of competing against who she is, trying to mould her into something else, or even just worrying about the potential fallout of every decision I made. Read More Dogs are Born To Learn We can build tremendous learners when we get beyond the idea that “dogs are trained”. Read More A Day of Learning A no-training day does not mean he gets a lazy day ly
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