Discovering Toys

Another great week for Ferris and her inmate trainer goes in the books!  For the first time since training began their bond has come alive.  Ferris started seeking affection from her trainer!  Her favorite thing to do is to put her head in his lap for attention.  Another big accomplishment is that Ferris has discovered toys!!  Her trainer says that he may have been more joyful over this discovery than Ferris was.  He was so happy over the toy discovery that he called anyone nearby over to witness the event!  

Ferris is doing exceedingly well with her sit, down, and stay commands.  Her inmate trainer has been working to replace the treat reward with a praise reward and Ferris continues to perform really well! 

Her inmate trainer says that prison offers very little joy in daily life, but training Ferris has changed that for him.  He has a family member who has been sick and Ferris has helped to keep his spirits up and a smile on his face.