These are my notes from the 2012 Art and Science of Animal Training Conference. Click here for more notes from this conference. At the 4th annual Art and Science of Animal training conference, Steve White talked about training choices and how they’re made. During his lecture he discussed the hows and whys of choosing different […]
Using Modal Action Patterns to Influence Behavior
These are my notes from the 2012 Art and Science of Animal Training Conference. Click here for more notes from this conference. This was the second year that Phung Luu spoke at the Art and Science of Animal Training Conference. Phung Luu is a very talented bird trainer. Last year, at the 3rd annual conference, […]
Animal Training Lessons from the Aquatic World
These are my notes from the 2012 Art and Science of Animal Training Conference. Click here for more notes from this conference. We got a treat at the Art and Science of Animal Training Conference this year. Ken Ramirez, who is head trainer at the Shedd aquarium in Chicago, spoke once again. As well, this […]
Three new rats!
Well, I have three new friends living with me in my apartment now! Last weekend, I adopted Chloe, Amy, and Isabella from the SPCA of Texas. They join my two resident rats, Georgie and Lucy, bringing the rat count up to 5! Many people think of dogs and cats in shelters, but don’t realize that […]
Give Me a Break!
These are my notes from the 2012 Art and Science of Animal Training Conference. Click here for more notes from this conference. Training can be a lot of fun. However, it can also be physically and mentally challenging for both the animal and the human. Although breaks are needed, they can really disrupt a training […]
Looking for Advanced Dog Training?
These are my notes from the 2012 Art and Science of Animal Training Conference. Click here for more notes from this conference. Try “simple” dog training! Whether training dogs, horses, birds, or other species, many trainers seem to be in a hurry to get to advanced training. This post is some of my notes from […]