Positive and negative reinforcement have become buzzwords for animal behaviorists. But, they are also concepts that you can use as a dog parent to help your pup develop into a well-behaved canine ...

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 ...

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 ...

We love our dogs, and we want to do right by them. Other authors of posts on training have noted how it is difficult to wade through all the sources and information available on television, the ...

This palomino looks ready to learn! Source: Xiang Gao/Unsplash Animal training leans toward positive reinforcement (PR) for many reasons. It teaches good behavior in ways that are safer, more pleasant ...

Training your dog to remain calm can transform your everyday life. Here are 11 small changes you can make to help your dog ...

Dairy cows receive a huge amount of care during their lives on a farm, but procedures, especially restraining during procedures, can be stressful for some animals. Positive reinforcement training -- ...

As the concept of positive reinforcement gains popularity, researchers are trying to confirm its effectiveness at a more baseline level. According to a group of Midwestern equitation scientists, ...