Teaching through the consequent game requires that you focus on one skill at a time. If we are working on a retrieve to the hand, we are going to focus on retrieve to the hand. We will ignore pet peeve behaviors, or minor mistakes in other parts of the game in order to keep the game moving so we get the chance to make our dog believe that a retrieve to the hand is an exciting event.
Sticking to that plan is vital, but just as vital is knowing when to shift gears, and start working another plan. Poor performance and low excitement levels can be remedied by switching to something really fun for the dog, just as great performance and high energy can help lead dogs to success in things that may be more challenging for them.
The Consequent Game is the foundation of the Art of K9disc and will be referenced, discussed and built upon throughout this book.