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How to counter misinformation about dogs and cats with truth sandwiches

How to counter misinformation about dogs and cats with truth sandwiches

FromThe Pawsitive Post in Conversation by Companion Animal Psychology


How to counter misinformation about dogs and cats with truth sandwiches

FromThe Pawsitive Post in Conversation by Companion Animal Psychology

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Length:
45 minutes
Released:
May 3, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

we talk about countering misinformation about dogs and cats with truth sandwiches. We run through some myths about dog training and cat behaviour, talk about why they are wrong, and figure out some truth sandwiches to help correct the misinformation. We consider:     why it’s wrong to take a dominance approach to dog training    why we should use positive reinforcement rather than punishment in dog training    the myth that dogs should just fit into our lives    and why cats need to scratch.We also talk about the (then) upcoming Management Month at the Academy for Dog Trainers, which is all about celebrating how you can sometimes use management instead of training to solve dog behaviour issues. As part of Companion Animal Psychology’s tenth anniversary celebrations, you can come to Reading Cats and Dogs: A Conversation with Lili Chin, Sassafras Lowrey, and Zazie Todd. The three authors will be reading from their books (Doggie Language, Chew This Journal, and Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy) and in conversation with Kristi Benson. Plus, in our regular slot at the end of the conversation, Kristi and I talk about the books we’re reading right now.
Released:
May 3, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (17)

The show about how to have a better relationship with your dog or cat. Get tips on dog and cat behaviour and training, learn about the science on dogs and cats, and find out which books we're reading (animal-related and more generally).