Shaping for Shape

popcorn and movie
This entry is part 1 of 2 in the series Behavior Training & Physical Training: OC for Fitness

I am continuing to find more help in my professional life for my personal life, such as for increasing my physical fitness. There are all kinds of behavioral principles at work here! What’s working for me right now? Continue reading

Getting My Butt In Gear And Into Shape — Training Myself

dive bomber pushup
This entry is part 1 of 2 in the series Behavior Training & Physical Training: OC for Fitness

One of the toughest things about being a behavior professional is that one doesn’t have many excuses. When I do something stupid, I can easily identify it and the triggers (if any) and a way to avoid it the next time by choosing an alternate behavior instead. That doesn’t mean… Continue reading

Why We Teach House Manners — Or, Good Training Should Be Idiot-Proof

Valenzia and groceries

Like many dog owners, I’ve gotten spoiled by having a mature, well-trained dog in the house. Naturally, when we first bring home a new member of the family, we are obsessed with teaching all sorts of critical foundation skills (targeting, door and leash manners, handling exercises, and so on). But… Continue reading