Today is all about the video!
I did a Facebook live yesterday on teaching with both classical and operant conditioning – both are valuable!
Trainers tend to think in terms of operant conditioning – an “if/then” statement where the dog recognizes how their choice leads to a result; either a reinforcer or maybe a punisher. But classical conditioning is also extremely powerful, low stress and…effective! Not only for conditioning emotions but for actually teaching behaviors as well.
Here’s a video with subtitles that illustrates the difference between the two:
If you’re intrigued and want to learn more then check out this Facebook Live as well:
Side note: If you’re in my Personal Play workshop at FDSA, videos and comments are due June 13th at noon. You can still register if you’d like to learn more about this topic; the cost is $29.95 for an auditing spot and you are welcome to ask questions! Learn more at the link:
https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/32109
I’ll be listening to this video at LEAST one more time in order to fully understand and assimilate the information you’ve provided! What a fantastic and well explained video regarding learning theory and training!! Loved every second of it. Thank you so much Denise!!!
You’re welcome – I appreciate the feedback!