“Our learners should respond to requests because they have the skills and motivation to do so, and not because they are forced to behave in order to avoid punishment.” ~ Dr. Susan Friedman. I love this quote from Dr. Friedman. This quote about teaching talks to me on so many levels as it relates to dog training, parrot training, and training any other species. [Read more…] about Why This Quote About Teaching Talks To Me
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Be An Awakener To Your Pet
Labeling Dogs And Other Pets Can Go Wrong
Perfectly said, Ellen DeGeneres! So much can go wrong when we apply labels (constructs) or stereotypes or assumptions to others, including our pets. [Read more…] about Labeling Dogs And Other Pets Can Go Wrong
The Art of Teaching
I love this quote. When you think about teaching and training as inspiring discovery, it puts you into such a positive mindset. It is exciting. It is fun. It makes you smile. And, when you think this way, you have a much better chance of infecting your student with those same perspectives. Today, let’s build discovery! [Read more…] about The Art of Teaching
Be An Encourager To Your Pet
I love this quote. We are all educators to companion animals…and humans. When you think about your role as one of motivator and encourager, you will find you will have a much more engaged student. [Read more…] about Be An Encourager To Your Pet
The Role Of Teachers In Pet Training
I love this quote. It speaks volumes for training animals. When you teach by encouraging your student to make choices, set them up so they make lots of ‘good’ choices, and then give positive reinforcement for those choices, you make learning from you fun. [Read more…] about The Role Of Teachers In Pet Training