Dog education is something that owners think about since the puppy or adopted dog comes home. It is difficult to determine the better education for the dog, especially since not all dogs act in the same way, learn the same or are interested in the same things. We must know the limitations of our dogs and what they consider interesting to better redirect their education.
In this sense, education based on positive reinforcement is always good, because it will create a balanced dog, who is not afraid of exploring and knowing things, but that he will learn the behaviors thanks to reinforcements that are positive for him, and that is why he will repeat them until he internalizes them.
El positive reinforcement It is based on the fact that the dog quickly learns a behavior if it achieves a reward that interests him. Be it a treat, a caress or going for a walk. With this we create a desired behavior, so that it avoids doing what we do not want. It is a way of redirecting bad behavior, avoiding scolding or punishing him, which does not have such good effects on his personality.
When we want to teach the dog through positive reinforcement We must be careful to give him too many sweets or treats, as it can be against his health. Not all treats need to be edible, as they, too, are motivated when they enjoy a caress from their owner.
As for the prizes, it must be something that they like, but that is also beneficial to your health. We can take the opportunity to give them sweets that help them keep their teeth clean of tartar, or foods that provide them with good nutrients. In this sense, we can also add some prizes that are homemade and healthy food, which provide them with fewer calories.