COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — What do the names Tater-tot, Ziggy, Circle, Twin and Toad have in common? Some might think they are call signs, like Maverick and Goose from “Top Gun,” but the unique monikers ...

Positive reinforcement dog training focuses on rewarding desired behaviors with treats, toys, or praise, making learning enjoyable and building trust between you and your dog. Backed by behavioral ...

With baby boomers reaching retirement and empty nests, there is a resurgence of dog ownership. Dogs make wonderful companions. They are loyal, patient, loving, and non-judgmental. They warn us when ...

The way to train a puppy, according to puppy training books, videos and instruction from trainers, is to use something called operant conditioning. We have been doing this for a month with our ...

Operant conditioning, sometimes called instrumental conditioning or Skinnerian conditioning, is a method of learning that uses rewards and punishment to modify behavior. Through operant conditioning, ...