If you love dogs, you must love canine science. I think it is wonderful that we are learning so much about our best friends! Here is a great post describing what science is discovering about dogs and how these discoveries can help us to train better.
Source: 6 Reasons to Love Canine Science
It helps us train our dogs better
Dog training relies on well-established techniques of operant and classical conditioning, but more recent research specific to dogs and their owners can also help improve our training technique. Many studies show an association between the use of punitive techniques and behaviour problems such as aggression (e.g. Casey et al 2013; Herron et al 2009; Rooney and Cowan 2011). Studies also show the importance of timing, that dogs prefer food over petting and praise (Feuerbacher and Wynne 2012), that the type of treat matters, and even that dogs love to work to earn a reward (McGowan et al 2014).
- See more at: http://www.companionanimalpsychology.com/2015/05/6-reasons-to-love-canine-science.html#sthash.wqiaxAHX.dpuf
Here’s to being our dog’s best friend,
Linda
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