In the realm of dog training, the spotlight often shines brightly on the harmful consequences of coercive tools like shock and prong collars. Yet, in the shadow of these extreme methods lurk less conspicuous aversive practices that warrant our attention.
Subtle but pernicious, these tactics go unnoticed, warping our understanding of dog training’s acceptable boundaries. One such tactic is the insidious act of molding, where a dog’s body is forcibly manipulated into a desired position.
We must not let our focus on overt tools blind us to the insidious influence of other aversive methods. It’s time to shed light on these underhanded practices, sparking a broader dialogue that champions humane and effective dog training techniques.
For further insights into this crucial issue, delve into the insightful blog post “Why Don’t We Talk about Extinction More?” by renowned canine behaviorist Eileen Anderson, and uncover a more comprehensive understanding of the consequences and alternatives to aversive training methods.
