Balanced Training Myths - Positive Reinforcement Truths

Text Me Your Questions We break down the “balanced training” myth and explain why corrections suppress behavior without teaching, while force-free methods build reliable habits by changing a dog’s emotional state. We share science, real-world steps, and how to find a qualified pro. • positive reinforcement as a full behavioral system • why aversives suppress rather than teach • fear and perceived threat as roots of reactivity and aggression • counterconditioning and desensitization under threshold • extinction and differential reinforcement for durable change • signs of shutdown vs true calm • how to vet trainers and certifications • ethics, welfare, and the bond with your dog Hey, hit that like button, hit that share button, give us a five-star review. If you love what we do, please give us a review. That’s what helps us rank higher. That’s what helps get this information out to more people that can benefit from this. So please, if you’ve been listening for a while, if you love what we do, or if you just love this episode, think about giving us a five-star review after you’re done here. Support the show If you need professional help please visit my Dog Behaviorist website. Go here for Free Dog Training Articles