In training with positive reinforcement, an important question to always ask yourself when teaching your pet to do a behavior is – ‘Why should he/she?’. This video does a fabulous job explaining the value in that question.

Associative Learning In Dogs And Parrots
Associative learning. What is it and how can understanding it help you to have a ‘better behaved’ pet? How does associative learning impact your success in dog training, parrot training or other pet training?