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Morgan Messick

Morgan Messick is a content creator for Dog Training Newbie, a website that is all about dog training tips, techniques, news, and more. Morgan has two dogs, three cats, and a lovely wife who support her passion for writing. Morgan loves reading murder mystery novels and listening to true crime podcasts in her spare time. She is also passionate about supporting small businesses by creating dynamic content that customers want to see.

Operant Conditioning Training: How to Correct Dog Behavior

This post features affiliate links, meaning we’ll earn a small commission if you purchase through these links. Why should you know about using operant conditioning when training your dog? Operant conditioning is a popular learning method backed up by decades of research. The concept is simple – reinforced (rewarded) behavior will likely occur again, while punished behaviors are […]

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Negative Reinforcement – Evil or Essential?

This post features affiliate links, meaning we’ll earn a small commission if you purchase through these links. Training a dog can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be! There are several methods you can use to train your pup – including negative reinforcement training.  In this type of training, a trainer

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Bringing Home a New Puppy Checklist

This post features affiliate links, meaning we’ll earn a small commission if you purchase through these links. So, you’re thinking about getting a puppy! Adopting a new companion is an incredibly exciting time. But before you bring your new puppy home, there are some things you need to do to make sure you’re prepared. From puppy-proofing

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Positive Reinforcement Training 101: How to Do it Right

This post features affiliate links, meaning we’ll earn a small commission if you purchase through these links. Imagine a sunny day at the dog park, watching a man reward his dog’s return with a treat. You’ve just witnessed positive reinforcement training in action! Positive reinforcement training is a type of operant conditioning that rewards good

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