THE METHOD I'M USING
This is
merely an extension
of targetting.
Just a fun thing really. Once the llama is target-wise, it is a simple matter
to hold it above his head and, little-by-little, rewarding each small step,
move the target around in a circular pattern until target and llama have
finally gone full-circle. There is a tendency at first for the llama to
turn back before the halfway point to get his reward, but once he has gone
beyond this point it is pretty easy to get the full circle. At this stage
when the exercise is secure, a verbal cue can be added. I use "Turn
aroundabout". Gradually, the target can be dispensed with and, hands
now free, a hand sign can be cued in. I use a finger describing an "O"
shape in front of the llama's nose.
If you can add anything to my work or have any questions or comments, please e-mail me.