Dogs learn fastest when they feel safe and know what is expected of them. Force-free training builds on that: you reward the behaviour you want and set things up so your dog can succeed.
What the science says
Research on learning in animals consistently shows that reward-based methods teach new behaviour reliably without the fear and stress that punishment can cause. A dog who is anxious about getting it wrong is a dog who struggles to learn.
Three simple habits to start with
- Reward calm, polite behaviour as it happens.
- Keep sessions short and end on a success.
- Change the environment before you change the dog.
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