Generally speaking, there are three types of dog training methods: discipline- or aversive-based, reward-based and balanced. Aversive-based training relies on using emotional or physical discomfort to ...

Whether a dog owner rewards their dog with a treat or corrects it by pulling on the leash is not simply a matter of what they ...

“Balanced” is one of the more deceitful words used in the unregulated field of dog training. This approach utilizes both positive reinforcement (rewards-based) methods and aversives (physical ...

Training a pet often starts with a simple idea. You give a command, repeat it, and expect your pet to understand and follow ...