You might have heard of positive reinforcement for dogs in training, but do you know what it actually means? This widely-used method of dog training is based on science and isn’t just a fad. It ...

In October 2020, Petco announced it had stopped selling shock collars online and in all of their stores. The major retailer had conducted a survey that found that after witnessing what happened to ...

It’s all about positive reinforcement. That’s what Lily Ware, owner of Spot On Dog Training, believes and what she practices in her business. “All dogs can be trained. It takes patience and time, but ...

These dog training techniques help correct bad behavior quickly without yelling, using positive reinforcement, consistency, ...

If you consult Merriam-Webster, the word “aversive” means “tending to avoid or causing avoidance of a noxious or punishing stimulus.” Does that sound like a training method you’d want to use on your ...

Imagine a dog leaping excitedly at arriving guests, only to receive a sharp yell or leash tug—traditional responses that ...

If you consult Merriam-Webster, aversive means “tending to avoid or causing avoidance of a noxious or punishing stimulus.” Does that sound like a training method you’d want to use on your beloved dog?

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