Discussing Pet Behavior with a Trainer
A pet owner is having a conversation with a dog trainer about their pet's specific behavior issues, like excessive barking or leash pulling, and seeking advice.
一位宠物主人正在和一位训狗师讨论他们宠物特有的行为问题，例如过度吠叫或拽绳子，并寻求建议。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
excessive
Means too much or more than normal. Use it to describe behaviors like 'excessive barking' when talking about pet problems.
意思是太多或超过正常。用于描述像“过度的吠叫”这样的行为，当谈论宠物问题时。
triggers
Things that cause a reaction or start a behavior. In pet care, say 'What triggers his barking?' to ask about causes.
引起反应或启动行为的东西。在宠物护理中，说‘什么触发了他的吠叫？’来询问原因。
sets off
An idiom meaning to start or cause something, like excitement or barking. For example, 'The mailman sets him off' means the mailman causes the dog to bark.
一个习语，意思是开始或引起某事，比如兴奋或狗叫。例如，'邮差让他激动起来'意思是邮差让狗叫起来。
agitated
Feeling nervous or upset. Use it for animals or people who get more excited or restless, like 'He gets more agitated when I say no.'
感到紧张或不安。用于动物或人变得更兴奋或躁动不安的情况，比如'当我说不的时候，他变得更激动了。'
replacement behavior
A new action taught to take the place of a bad habit. In training, it's useful to say 'We'll teach a replacement behavior for barking.'
一种教授来取代不良习惯的新行动。在训练中，说“我们将教授一种针对吠叫的替代行为”很有用。
consistency
Doing something the same way every time. Key in pet training: 'Consistency is key' means always use the same method for best results.
每次都以相同的方式做某事。在宠物训练中至关重要：‘一致性是关键’意味着始终使用相同的方法以获得最佳结果。
leash pulling
When a dog pulls hard on the walking leash. Common phrase in dog walking discussions: 'He's always leash pulling during walks.'
当狗用力拉扯散步用的牵引绳时。在遛狗讨论中常见的短语：'他散步时总是拉扯牵引绳。'
positive reinforcement
A training method using rewards to encourage good behavior. Say 'Use positive reinforcement with treats' when giving pet advice.
一种使用奖励来鼓励良好行为的方法。在给宠物建议时，说‘使用正强化和零食’。
patience
The ability to wait calmly without getting frustrated. Important in training: 'It takes patience' reminds us to stay calm with pets.
平静等待而不感到沮丧的能力。在训练中很重要：‘需要耐心’提醒我们与宠物相处时保持冷静。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
I'm really struggling with my dog, Buster.
This sentence uses 'struggling with' to express difficulty. It's useful for starting conversations about problems, like pet issues. 'Really' adds emphasis for stronger feeling. Use it when seeking help from experts.
这个句子使用 'struggling with' 来表达困难。它对于开始关于问题的对话很有用，比如宠物问题。'Really' 添加了强调以加强感觉。在寻求专家帮助时使用它。
Can you describe what triggers him typically?
A polite question using 'can you' for requests and 'typically' meaning usually. Great for gathering details in advice sessions. It shows how to ask for descriptions in problem-solving talks.
一个礼貌的提问，使用 'can you' 表示请求，'typically' 意思是通常。在咨询会议中收集细节很棒。它展示了如何在问题解决对话中询问描述。
Mostly people walking by, but sometimes the mailman sets him off for a good five minutes.
This uses 'mostly' for main reasons and 'but sometimes' for exceptions. 'Sets him off' is an idiom for causing reaction. Useful for explaining specific examples in daily situations.
这使用了'mostly'表示主要原因，'but sometimes'表示例外。'Sets him off'是一个习语，表示引起反应。有助于解释日常情境中的具体例子。
That makes sense.
A simple agreement phrase meaning 'I understand and agree.' Common in conversations to show you're following advice. Use it to respond positively without saying much.
一个简单的同意短语，意思是“我理解并同意。”在对话中常见，用于显示你正在遵循建议。用它来积极回应而不说太多。
'No' often doesn't teach them what to do.
Uses contraction 'doesn't' and 'what to do' infinitive for purpose. Explains why negative commands fail. Useful for discussing training methods; highlights positive teaching.
使用缩写“doesn't”和“what to do”不定式来表达目的。解释为什么否定命令失败。有助于讨论训练方法；强调积极教学。
Consistency is key here.
Idiom 'is key' means very important. 'Here' specifies the situation. Essential for advice on habits like pet training. Use it to emphasize steady practice.
习语 'is key' 意思是非常重要。'Here' 指定了情况。对于像宠物训练这样的习惯建议至关重要。用它来强调持续练习。
When the leash is slack, you mark and reward.
Conditional 'when' clause for instructions. 'Slack' means loose. Demonstrates step-by-step training. Useful for explaining routines in pet care.
用于指令的条件'when'从句。'Slack'意思是松弛。演示逐步训练。有助于解释宠物护理中的例行程序。
I'm ready to try anything.
Shows willingness with 'ready to' + infinitive. 'Anything' means no limits. Good for expressing eagerness to solve problems. Use in motivational contexts like seeking help.
用 'ready to' + 不定式表示意愿。「Anything」意味着没有限制。适合表达解决问题的热情。在寻求帮助等励志语境中使用。