Naomi takes a deep dive into food-based reinforcement and what you can do when your pet just doesn’t seem interested in any treats you’re offering.
Key Moments[00:44] The two kinds of non-reinforcing food reinforcement events
[01:19] How to handle these two types of events
[01:23] Handling disgust
[01:55] Handling a lack of interest

[02:43] Why food reinforcement is an important tool in your training arsenal
[03:28] Turning your pet’s response to treats from meh to hells yeah!
[03:33] Adjusting some motivating operations
[03:56] A warning against severe caloric restrictions
[05:20] How and why food provision methods and timing can affect the effectiveness of food as reinforcement
[05:50] How to switch up caloric intake safely and time training accordingly

[06:18] Other ways to increase the value of food treats
[06:25] Adjusting the food itself
[07:27] Change the method of food delivery
[07:57] Consistency
[08:13] Training environment
[09:21] Trust

[09:57] Finding the right treat/delivery option
[10:08] No-pressure food tests
[11:20] Experimenting with food delivery options

[11:57] Teach your pet to put it all together
[12:15] Use the events they get peppy for as reinforcement for taking food
[14:25] Document different food tests to find out what works the best

ResourcesGet access to https://link.digiwoof.com/widget/form/DhB9rjie6BKrZPhc7Kih (The BIG LIST of food treats (for cats and dogs))