reply to post by ashanu90
I was reading a book on how to train your puppy and the book warned severely against hitting and excessive scolding, saying that it would ruin your
dog. Makes them fearful and mistrusting.
They stressed that although the dog may (after the initial confusion etc) respond to your command you will permanently damage the
connection/relationship between you and the pet.
A firm (not violent, not shame or humiliation) but a firm redirection back to the task at hand was recommended.
And yet we spank repeatedly, slap, scold and humiliate or children. If it is detrimental to the life and development of a puppy...what do you think it
does to children?
Personally I think this is why so many adults in the world are jaded, cynical and some extremely unforgiving, intolerant and even very mean.
They were taught to be that way by their parents.