The dog training world has so many different training methods and varying opinions about all of them. Professionals are constantly debating over the ethics and effectiveness of different methods, especially because certain methods work better in tandem for the best results. All of the disagreement can be confusing and somewhat misleading when trying to figure out which techniques fit best for individual circumstances. Don't worry, there is no need to be frustrated. I am here to inform you on widely-used methods of training implemented today, in addition to a bit of my own input. While there are countless tactics people have used over time, here are the 5 most popular training methods. 1. Positive Reinforcement Positive reinforcement is very straight forward in its theory: dogs will repeat behavior when it is followed by a worthy reward. Unwanted behavior is not rewarded or even acknowledged. If there is a behavior that needs correction it is executed by the removal of thei...