At the Guide Dog Foundation, we teach guide dogs how to find curbs using a method called “back-chaining.” This technique focuses on teaching the dog the last step of the task first—in this case, stopping safely at the curb. Once the dog understands that, we work backward, adding steps like approaching the curb and walking toward it.We always use positive reinforcement, such as treats and praise, to make sure the pup feels confident and knows they’re doing a great job. Back-chaining helps guide d