Four Quadrants of Dog Training (Training 101 Course Video)

Reinforcers vs. Punishers in Dog Training | Training 101 Course

In this foundational lesson from the Training 101 course, we’re diving into the science behind reinforcement and punishment in dog training. I've decided to make this available to everyone as it's SUCH an important concept to understand why your training is or isn't working.

Whether you’re working on basic manners or preparing your dog for service dog work, understanding why behaviors happen and how to change them is key.

🐾 What You’ll Learn:

The 4 quadrants of operant conditioning

The difference between positive reinforcement and positive punishment

How to recognize what's truly motivating (or discouraging) your dog

Why punishment often backfires and increases anxiety or reactivity

What it means to ask, “WTF – What’s The Function?”

Real-life examples for both dogs and humans

This is the building block for all modern, force-free dog training. By learning to observe behavior from the dog’s perspective, you’ll set your pup up for long-term success… and avoid common training mistakes.

👥 Perfect for:
• Service dog handlers
• Puppy parents
• Dog guardians new to training
• Anyone curious about science-based methods

📕Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:43 Four Quadrants
01:55 Positive Reinforcement
02:16 Negative Reinforcement
02:49 Positive Punishment
03:05 Negative Punishment
03:38 Nuances
05:18 Treats = primary reinforcers
07:51 Unintentional Reinforcement
08:22 WTF = what's the function
10:23 Punishment
13:07 Needs being met

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