Recent research has shown that the use of aversive training methods can increase aggressive behavior from dogs. (houstonpettalk.com)
Using aversive stimuli to reduce behaviors, such as barking, lunging and growling may suppress signals that warn of a more serious, and potentially imminent behavior, such as biting. (petprofessionalguild.com)
When people train with aversive methods instead, dogs are missing out on these opportunities. (academyfordogtrainers.com)