This is such a neat take on the human-dog relationship. Instead of relying on older "alpha" theories, Wynne’s research highlights how dogs recognize our authority not out of fear, but because we control their world, which they're okay with, as long as we’re kind and fair. @yeastychic.bsky.social

"Since our dogs already know who’s the boss, there’s no need to resort to severe displays of dominance when they misbehave. Instead, Wynne suggests positive reinforcement training, which teaches dogs to associate desired actions with rewards." #dogs #ethology

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