LATENT LEARNING

Latent learning happens when an animal (or human) stores information in its long-term memory and displays this knowledge, when needed, at a later date.

Latent learning is particularly effective when a dog is learning a new behaviour. It enables the dog on subsequent occasions to have a clear memory of the successful way it did the training by recognising the triggers it learnt to gain its reward.

The most effective way of achieving latent learning is by providing quiet reflective time immediately after the event so that the brain has the opportunity to -

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