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 ...

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

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 ...

Training your dog isn’t just about obedience — it’s about creating a peaceful, safe, and balanced life together. Whether your dog is a puppy or an adult, basic dog training is essential for preventing ...

Dog training 101: Use expert tips covering basic commands, potty training, leash walking, and problem behaviors.

Research shows that using aversive dog training methods–like positive punishment–are associated with reports of increased problem behaviors such as fear and aggression. And research also shows a link ...

Getting a new dog is an exciting time. Whether you’ve had a dog before or not, it’s a good idea to learn what’s new in dogs, because canine science means that what you knew before might not be ...

With a training technique commonly used to teach dogs to sit and stay, Johns Hopkins University computer scientists showed a robot how to teach itself several new tricks, including stacking blocks.