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Abstract Destructive chewing is a common problem in dogs, often caused by boredom, anxiety, and a lack of appropriate chew toys. This paper discusses the use of operant conditioning to remediate destructive chewing behavior in dogs. Through a case study involving a one-year-old English Shepherd named Buddy, we demonstrate the effectiveness of positive reinforcement, supervision, … Read more
Abstract This article examines the impact of behavioral psychology advancements on contemporary dog training methods. By discussing key developments such as operant conditioning, classical conditioning, social learning, clicker training, canine cognition research, positive reinforcement-based training, tailored training plans, and technology integration, we demonstrate how these innovations have led to more humane, effective, and enjoyable training … Read more