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"Sure, with food any dog obeys." "My dog should do things because they respect me, not for a biscuit." "Positive reinforcement works for tricks, not for serious problems."

If you've ever heard (or thought) phrases like these, this article is for you.

Positive reinforcement is probably the most misunderstood concept in dog training. It's not "bribing the dog with food". It's not "being soft". And it's definitely not "letting them do whatever they want".