Sentences with phrase «with aversive techniques»

They also found that these dogs were a lot more likely to respond aggressively to new situations than dogs who were not treated with aversive techniques.

This positive method teaches the dog two things: «If I work I get something» and» My owner brings good things and I trust him» rather than fearing him and associating him with aversive techniques.

Not exact matches

Whether it's hitting, tapping, or bopping a dog on the nose as means of discipline, this aversive technique still falls short of the success found with using reward - based or positive training.

Fortunately, scientists have started to shed some light on the effectiveness and humaneness of popular training approaches, in particular, how dogs trained with reward - based methods differ from dogs trained using aversive training techniques.

I bet that the trainers at animal parks and zoos have to sign confidentiality agreements to prevent telling the public how often they are injured, or when they have had to use aversive techniques to deal with dangerous wild animals.

They ruin the human - dog bond: Aversive techniques put your relationship with your dog at risk.

Again, even before going for aversive dog training techniques, do understand that studies show treating our dogs with aggression ultimately results in an aggressive dog.

Some aversive techniques work well, especially when they are coupled with positive reinforcements.

Instead of responding with punishment or aversive techniques, set your dog up for success, and reward good behavior with treats, like Vita Bone biscuits, and praise, of course!

* the misconceptions which underlie the use of aversive training techniques; * the development of behaviour in dogs; * the problems associated with the use of aversive training techniques; and * finding a suitable trainer or behaviourist

Any use of aversive techniques such as spraying your cat with water or getting cross and stalking it around the house is only going to make things worse and may cause further problems, so seek help from your vet as soon as possible.