LOL. Yes, you're right, Jeannie, how do people know what to do when there is so much conflicting advice? I guess they have to read it all and weigh what feels right in their specific situation.
I think it's also important to remember that some advice given here - like mine, for instance
- *is* based on what the experts say.
The fact that a dog expert isn't also an actor doesn't make him/her less of an expert.
The experts whose advice rings true for me are Melissa Alexander, Karen Pryor, Pam Dennison, Patricia McConnell, Morgan Spector, Ian Dunbar, Deb Jones, Shirley Cong, etc, etc. What do these individuals have in common? They are all positive trainers. Melissa Alexander has done a nice compilation of their work on her website.
I agree! Go to the experts!
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