Course Details
Struggling to maintain behaviors? Not getting good carryover in the ring? Science shows that a variable reinforcement schedule is most effective for maintaining behaviors. Think of gambling, checking social media, and fishing. You never know when you will get the reward. And it varies all the time. THAT’S what keeps you engaged. Varying your reinforcement results in better engagement, more effort and attitude. Let’s face it. We are predictable. Don’t think you are? Watch your dog. I’ll bet they will tell you otherwise. Mindfully incorporating variable reinforcement into your training strengthens and maintains behaviors. And it produces great carryover in the ring. In this workshop we will look at how to develop a variable reinforcement schedule that is well thought out and that you can sustain over time. Mindfully incorporating this into my training has been a game changer for Zayna. She no longer stresses in the ring! She’s happy, motivated, and having fun. Your dog can too!
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Lecture Publish Date: Sunday Jan 7th
Video Submissions Due Date: Sunday Jan 14th @ 12pm noon PT
Feedback & Questions Video Publish Date: Wednesday Jan 17th
Instructor: Petra FordPetra (she/her) graduated from Rutgers School of Health Related Professions 17 years ago with a degree in physical therapy and has experience working with an extremely varied caseload including pediatric through geriatric clients with a vast range of diagnoses. Her areas of expertise included in-patient rehabilitation, orthopedics and neurology. (Click here for full bio and to view Petra's upcoming courses)
