Ulrika Andreasson Part 2: 5 Key Lessons from Training Reindeer [Episode 241]

Animal Training Academy

In this second part of our two-part episode, we continue our conversation with Ulrika Andreasson, a trailblazer in the field of Positive Reinforcement animal training. With over 25 years of experience, Ulrika has trained a wide variety of species, including dogs, horses, and reindeer. In this episode, Ulrika dives deeper into her fascinating work, focusing on the lessons she’s learned from her unique journey of clicker training reindeer for film, tourism, and live performances.

Ulrika shares invaluable insights about cross-species training, explaining how her experience with reindeer has influenced her approach to training other animals, including dogs. She discusses the importance of understanding reinforcers, the need for environmental training, and the delicate art of splitting behaviors into manageable steps to achieve success. Along the way, Ulrika touches on the challenges of working in novel and unpredictable environments and how these experiences have shaped her as a trainer.

Whether you're a seasoned trainer or simply curious about the wonders of Positive Reinforcement, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiring stories.

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:

• Ulrika’s unique work with reindeer and how it has impacted her training methods across species.
• Real-life examples of training animals to perform in complex environments, including film sets and live shows.
• How to adapt your training techniques for novel challenges, from reindeer to dogs.

Links:

• Visit Ulrika's website HERE
• Reindeer workshop! March 2025
• Social Media;
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  • https://www.youtube.com/@ullisrudolf
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