Operant conditioning is one of the most widely used concepts in dog training, yet it is often misunderstood. This video ...

In this video, Nate Schoemer discusses the four quadrants of operant conditioning, essential for effective dog training. Join him as he breaks down each quadrant and its impact on training techniques.

With baby boomers reaching retirement and empty nests, there is a resurgence of dog ownership. Dogs make wonderful companions. They are loyal, patient, loving, and non-judgmental. They warn us when ...

If you have spent any time researching dog training, you've probably encountered some clinical terms. Some of these terms are straightforward, while others can be a bit confusing, especially when ...

People talk to their pets every day: offering praise when they're good, reassurance when they're confused and affection when they're cuddling. We also speak to animals when they misbehave. "Why did ...

Around the beginning of the 20th century, Russian physiologist Ivan Pavlov taught dogs to associate doggie dinner with the sound of a bell — and so trained them to reflexively salivate when they heard ...