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Episode Forty-Seven: Dr. Douglas Elliffe

Training Without Conflict Podcast

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Balancing Rewards and Fear in Animal Behavior

This chapter explores the matching law in animal behavior, emphasizing how animals, including dogs, navigate decisions around rewards and aversive outcomes. It highlights the importance of understanding both positive reinforcement and the role of fear in behavior modification, particularly in the context of dog training. The speakers challenge the binary views of training methods, advocating for a nuanced approach that incorporates play and social interactions for effective behavior management.

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