Punishment is out of fashion when it comes to dog training. Positive reinforcement is all the rage — and for good reason.
However, punishment doesn’t necessarily have to be a bad thing. When we say punishment, we aren’t talking about things like hitting or hurting our pups, but things we can do that help decrease undesirable behaviors. Sure, discussing punishment may not be as fun as thinking about which of the best dog toys you’ll buy your pup next, but it’s something that may be worth considering.
