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On this site I share stories of my animal training adventures, information about the science of animal training and behavior, and tips and advice to help you improve your training.

Join me as we explore the best training strategies for creating fast learning, effective communication, and enthusiastic, willing animals.

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~Mary Hunter

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Extreme Mutt Makeover 2012

By on October 15, 2012 in Dog Training, Fun Photos

On Saturday, I attended part of the 2012 Extreme Mutt Makeover competition. I know some of you have been following Lilli’s story on my blog and on her facebook page. Last week, you saw all the tricks she had learned so far! For those who haven’t been following along, the Extreme Mutt Makeover pulls mutts […]

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Wanted: Great clicker training photos

Wanted: Great clicker training photos

By on October 14, 2012 in Fun Photos

Want to see your pet featured on StaleCheerios? I’m looking for a handful of great photos of people clicker training their dogs, horses, cats, birds, llamas, turtles, guinea pigs, and so on. Photos that capture people having fun with their animals and demonstrate all that can be accomplished using positive training. Specifically, I’m looking for […]

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ORCA conference -- Registration open!

ORCA conference — Registration open!

By on October 13, 2012 in Conferences and Clinics

Have you heard? Registration is now open for ORCA’s 5th annual Art and Science of Animal Training Conference. The conference will be held in February 2013 in Denton, Texas. This is one of my absolute favorite conferences every year (and that’s not just because I help with the planning!). This conference does a great job […]

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Pony and I relaxing at the barrels

Playing with wild horses

By on October 12, 2012 in Book and DVD Reviews, Horse Training

Horses are amazing creatures. They can be wonderful friends and also, many times, our greatest teachers. My friend Carol Jennings has recently published a book about her experiences with her three adopted mustangs. A first time horse owner when she adopted her first mustang, Carol says that she has learned to be a student of […]

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