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The Truth About Punishment: Why It’s Not a Dirty Word
In this episode of The Dog People Podcast, we tackle one of the most misunderstood concepts in dog training: punishment.
For many, the word brings to mind shouting, harsh corrections, or outdated discipline methods. But real, ethical punishment in dog training is none of those things.
Together with professional dog trainer Max O’Neil, we unpack what punishment actually means—clear communication and boundary-setting—not fear, pain, or frustration. We explore how to help our dogs understand the difference between behaviours we want to reinforce and those we don’t, using safe, calm, and…
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