THE FUSE

The conversation about dog training methods feels like it’s been going on for a long time. It’s an important one to keep having because of the benefits to dogs and their humans when reward-based methods are used, and the risks if they’re not. One of the things that has changed over the years is that the list of reasons to recommend reward-based methods has gotten longer. Changing cultural attitudes towards pets also play a role. Below are some of the factors that explain why training your dog with rewards—such as food treats or play—is the way to go.