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For decades, dog training was based on dominance: “the dog must know who is in charge”. But neuroscience changed everything. Today we know that positive reinforcement is not only more ethical, but significantly more effective in the long term. Dogs trained with positive methods learn faster, retain what they have learned better and, above all, develop a stronger and more secure bond with their humans.

Does your dog get tense when it sees another dog? Or does it get so excited that you can't control it? Both cases have a solution. Socialization isn't a luxury or a whim: it's a fundamental need for the well-being of your four-legged companion. And no, it isn't something you only do when they're puppies.

"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".