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Modeling Target Training Behavior

Postby Michael » Fri Jun 25, 2010 11:07 pm

Modeling Target Training Behavior

Some thoughts about modeling for training and how I intend to teach Truman target training by watching Kili. I am also using this as a socializing technique. Included is a new video demonstrating Kili showing off to Truman.
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Re: Modeling Target Training Behavior

Postby MandyG » Sat Jun 26, 2010 12:54 pm

I'm very excited to see how this type of training works with Truman! glad you have an opportunity to experiment with different training methods.
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Re: Modeling Target Training Behavior

Postby HyperD » Sun Jun 27, 2010 1:11 pm

Definitely an interesting experiment...

Truman is definitely looking interested, but not sure if it is the training or just a new parrot friend :D

I know you mentioned that Truman appears to be a bit young for proper training, but will you clicker train him separately so that he associates the click with doing something right + a treat? I'm not sure if he would understand that aspect just observation?
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Re: Modeling Target Training Behavior

Postby Michael » Sun Jun 27, 2010 1:45 pm

Yes, I may as well teach the click to him the normal way... but this way if he copies behaviors from Kili, I can click and reward.

He is still adjusting and not eating well on his own. Also he's just not that interested in food or treats yet. So for a little while I need to just introduce him to different treats and figure out what motivates him. A good test to see if there is much opportunity for target training is to just hold some food at a distance and see if he goes and gets it. If he doesn't then no amount of targeting will work if he can't use his free will to go and seek food. Luckily he will walk a few steps to get a pellet but it isn't reliable yet.
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Re: Modeling Target Training Behavior

Postby TheNzJessie » Mon Jun 28, 2010 3:10 am

looks great
Qwil-:budgie:
Jango-:rainbow:
Jessie-ME
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