For this episode, we will continue our interview with Dr. Joe Layng, where he describes critical questions that we can ask ourselves or our clients to figure out how we can build desirable relationships with our animal companions. We hope you enjoy it!
First, we will identify our goal, or where we want to go. We will describe our goal in terms of what behaviors we want to build or see more of, rather than the absence of problem behaviors. To arrive at our goal, here are some questions that can direct us:
If we are successful, what would the outcome be for you?
If I was a fly on a wall and watching, what would I see them doing?
How do you want your interaction to be with your animal companions?
What is the total relationship with your animal companion look like?
After we identify our goal, our next step is to identify behaviors that our animal companions are already doing that are relevant for our desired goal. This is how we know where we are now. Here are some questions to reveal current relevant repertoire:
What is going well now?
What behaviors of your animal companions do you like now?
Now, we can start building shaping program. During the shaping program, we will look for those behaviors that move us closer to our desired goal and use critical consequences to reinforce those behaviors. Dr. Layng will explain what those critical consequences will be.
In this episode, we will have our beloved dog, Peepers, as our model to help you see how using these steps can help build a wonderful relationship!
Resource:Below is the link to Constructional Affection website.
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