DiscoverAnimal Talk PodcastEpisode 26 "Target Training"
Episode 26 "Target Training"

Episode 26 "Target Training"

Update: 2025-11-29
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🎙️In this episode, Ryne and Ayrton explore one of the most versatile and welfare-boosting tools in modern animal care: target training. From zoos to home habitats, target training helps animals participate in their own care, reduce stress, and build trust with their caregivers—and today, our hosts break down exactly how it works.

Tune in as they discuss:

🔹 What target training is and why it’s so effective

🔹 How trainers use targets to shape behaviors with clarity and consistency

🔹 Tips for getting started with target training in any setting

Whether you’re an animal professional, an enthusiast, or just curious about positive reinforcement, this episode offers practical insights and inspiring stories from the world of animal behavior. Join Ryne and Ayrton for a deep dive into how a simple target can transform communication, care, and welfare.🎧


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Episode 26 "Target Training"

Episode 26 "Target Training"

Ryne Ferguson and Ayrton King