Anyone else struggle with dog corrections?

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So, I’ve been working at a doggy daycare and noticed that the usual corrections for dog behavior just don’t seem to work. My coworkers often use spray bottles or raise their voices, but it rarely stops the behavior. For example, when a dog is humping, pushing them off doesn’t help at all. I really want to know if anyone else has experienced this or has tips on better ways to communicate with dogs.

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I totally get what you’re saying. Some dogs just don’t respond to the typical corrections. It can be super frustrating.

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Bryn said:
I totally get what you’re saying. Some dogs just don’t respond to the typical corrections. It can be super frustrating.

Right? I had a dog that completely ignored my voice. It took a different approach to get through to him.

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Have you tried getting down to their level? I read somewhere that it helps them feel less threatened.

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Justice said:
Have you tried getting down to their level? I read somewhere that it helps them feel less threatened.

Yeah, I started doing that! I noticed it makes them more willing to interact.

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It’s interesting how some dogs just don’t respond to corrections at all. I’ve seen it too. Maybe it’s about their past experiences?

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Indigo said:
It’s interesting how some dogs just don’t respond to corrections at all. I’ve seen it too. Maybe it’s about their past experiences?

That makes sense. Some dogs might have learned that corrections aren’t a big deal, especially if they’ve been through rough training.

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I think matching the energy of the dog is key. If they’re hyped up, you might need to be more assertive.

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Ben said:
I think matching the energy of the dog is key. If they’re hyped up, you might need to be more assertive.

Exactly! I try to adjust my approach based on their behavior, but it’s tricky.

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What do you think about using positive reinforcement instead? Like rewarding them when they play nice?

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Jory said:
What do you think about using positive reinforcement instead? Like rewarding them when they play nice?

That could work! I think mixing corrections with rewards might help reinforce good behavior.