(VICT) Re: Task ideas- Feedback?
- From: "Shelley L. Rhodes" <juddysbuddy@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <vi-clicker-trainers@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Fri, 31 Aug 2007 23:32:38 -0400
I absolutely loved Particia McConnel's new book For the Love of a Dog, and
how she describes the different body language of our dogs, and what the
behaviors associated with them are.
it was fun, a very good read.
Shelley L. Rhodes M.A., VRT, CTVI
and Guinevere, Golden lady Guide
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More than Any other time, When i hold a beloved book in my hand, my
limitations fall from me, my spirit is free.
- Helen Keller
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From: "Diane & Raven" <dlshotwell2@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <vi-clicker-trainers@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Friday, August 31, 2007 7:50 PM
Subject: (VICT) Re: Task ideas- Feedback?
Ann Wrote:>>So, these examples would seem to illustrate the principle that
teaching a
body position or behavior which is naturally associated with a certain
emotional state can become a way of triggering the actual emotional state in
the animal or person.<<
I had the same thoughts at first.
I have seen dogs that have been taught this behavior very effectively. I
have heard of no adverse effects... When in a calm, relaxed, down position I
am not sure that a tail held close to the body would effect an emotional
response of any kind. While standing the behavior is requested for short
segments of time (passing a low shelf, or entering a door,etc) and
reinforced and praised in a positive manner. This would make me think that
it would very little to no effect negatively.
There is a discussion group where a some animal behaviorists congregate and
discuss many lofty subjects...smile... I like to read the threads and I
learn a lot. I have to say that some of it is way over my head. However, I
love reading the information shared there, I learn a lot, and they often
post links for studies that are available on the internet. I will post this
question and see what they have to say about your intriguing question.
The web discussion group is Click-L_ABAT@xxxxxxxxx
Best Wishes & Wags,
Diane & Raven
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