The K9 Elements Taxonomy
Behavior taxonomy
Every behavior in the K9 Elements curriculum — the building blocks (Foundation), the trained-and-proofed skills (Applied), and the composite trial exercises (Integrated).
132 behaviors · 25 Foundation · 66 Applied · 41 Integrated
Foundation
Atomic single-skill behaviors trainable in isolation; the building blocks of every other behavior.
- F-01 Sit Cross-discipline
Dog assumes and holds a sit position on cue, in front of or beside handler, on flat surface, without additional cues.
EntryL1L2L3 - F-02 Down Cross-disciplineContent coming
Dog assumes and holds a down position on cue, prone with elbows to ground, without additional cues.
EntryL1L2L3 - F-03 Stand Cross-disciplineContent coming
Dog assumes and holds a standing position on cue, on all four legs, without moving or shifting into sit or down.
EntryL1L2L3 - F-04 Come (recall foundation) Cross-disciplineContent coming
Dog returns to handler on cue from short distance, no formal position required at delivery.
EntryL1L2L3 - F-05 Attention / Focus Cross-discipline
Dog offers sustained visual attention to handler on cue, held through minor environmental variables.
EntryL1L2L3 - F-07 Stay (base position, brief duration) Cross-disciplineContent coming
Dog remains in a declared position (sit, down, stand) with handler present, brief duration (5-15 seconds), no distractions.
EntryL1L2L3 - F-08 Loose-leash walking Cross-disciplineContent coming
Dog walks in proximity to handler on a slack leash without pulling, on cue or in casual movement between exercises.
EntryL1L2L3 - F-10 Position change on cue Cross-discipline
Dog transitions between sit, down, and stand positions on cue, in immediate proximity to handler.
EntryL1L2L3 - F-11 Reward acceptance / drive engagement Cross-discipline
Dog engages positively with primary rewards (food or toy) or with bite work depending on discipline. Foundation of dog's willingness to work.
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