by Eileen Anderson | May 17, 2017 | Animal Behavior, Learning Theory, Training
Is “choice” a code word for negative reinforcement? It can be. Seems like that’s the context where I see it pop up the most. I’ve written a lot about choice. Two of my major points are: Many people are confused...
by Tonya Wilhelm | May 9, 2017 | Animal Behavior, Pet Guardians
What To Do If You Find a Lost Dog or Cat Have you ever been out and about and found a lost dog or cat? I’m sure if you have, your heart started to race thinking about how you would …
by Pet Professional Guild Cat Committee | May 5, 2017 | Animal Behavior, Pet Guardians
By Marilyn Krieger Litter box avoidance is one of the most common reasons cats are surrendered to shelters and euthanized. It is so sad and so unnecessary. Although the problem is hard to live with, it is also one of …
by Barbara Hodel | Apr 21, 2017 | Animal Behavior, Learning Theory, Pet Guardians, Training
What is the most difficult thing to teach our dogs? Coming back or a great recall? While I do agree that this is a difficult behavior, I do think teaching calm is much more difficult. Being calm is not the …
by Daniel Antolec | Apr 13, 2017 | Advocacy, Animal Behavior, Business & Consulting, Learning Theory, Pet Guardians, Training
Much has been written about electronic shock (training) devices in their various forms. With all models a dog wears a collar fitted with an electronic device with two metal rods touching the neck of the dog, delivering electric shock. Delivery …
by Pet Professional Guild Cat Committee | Apr 6, 2017 | Animal Behavior, Pet Guardians
By Marilyn Krieger Like any pet, cats enhance lives and make a house a home. They excel at helping their people unwind after a stressful day. There is nothing quite as comforting as having a cat serenely napping nearby. Although...
