A better way to train your dog than saying “no” all the time
04-06-2026 14:30 via nanaimobulletin.com

A better way to train your dog than saying “no” all the time

Anyone who has lived with a dog has probably caught themselves saying “no” dozens of times a day. “No” for jumping, barking, pulling on leash or counter surfing.
While the word may interrupt the behaviour in the moment, it often fails to teach the dog what they should be doing instead.
Think about it this way. Imagine you’re at work and your manager walks up to you and says, “you’re doing your job wrong,” and then walks away. No explanation. No gui
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