Here’s a video of Georgie’s latest trick—jumping over a small jump! Our elegant jump is constructed out of several toilet tissue rolls. Watch on YouTube: Georgie Learns to Jump Georgie learned this trick incredibly fast. She had about 15 clicks (treats) before I took this video. I have several ideas about how to expand on […]
I spent a lot of time last week hanging out with my new mice in the bathtub. All three mice were very shy when I first got them and did not want anything to do with me! In fact, two of them would run and hide whenever I came into the room. So, the mice […]
Happy holidays to all my blog friends and readers! I hope you are having a merry time with your friends, family and animals. Santa brought Ginger, our dog, a new toy, which she is trying her hardest to destroy. The toy has already lasted almost 24 hours, which means it must be pretty durable! First, […]
Now here’s a youtube video of one cool lizard!!! This bearded dragon thinks the ants in this phone game look pretty appetizing. And, she has pretty good aim, too! I assume that this did not take any training, but I’m not sure. I just hope she got a treat for all her hard work! What […]
As some of you know, I’m involved with ORCA (the Organization for Reinforcement Contingencies with Animals) a graduate student group at the University of North Texas that conducts research related to animal training and behavior. In their most recent newsletter, ORCA published an interview with ORCA advisor Dr. Jesus Rosales-Ruiz discussing the origins and purpose […]
Here’s an awesome video clip from Vimeo. Everyday, there are thousands of homeless pets who need homes. Should you adopt a dog from shelter? How about asking a beluga whale? Check out the video–even this whale thinks pet adoption is the right choice! Even a Whale Thinks Pet Adoption is the Right Choice! from The […]
