Discussion of Tortora’s 1983 study which presents a 9 step process for suppressing avoidance motivated aggression in dogs. We examine Tortora’s paper in detail, in particular what it says about shock collars and dog aggression.
Are Off-Leash Dogs Happier Than On-Leash Dogs?
Off-leash dogs vs. on-leash dogs – which are happier? Clearly, a dog will be happier with more freedom if nothing else changes. However, would an off-leash dog be happier if he had to wear an electronic collar and endure shock corrections? We consider the various off-leash and on-leash options here.
Do Some Dogs Need a Shock?
Some people try to argue that certain dogs or certain dog breeds need shock collars or electronic collars. They say that strong-willed and independent breeds that love to run like the Siberian Husky can only be trained using electric shocks. What do you think? Do some dogs need a shock?
Dog Shock Collar – The Good and The Bad
Are electronic collars effective? Do shock collars degrade a dog’s quality of life? Do they increase stress? We examine how dog shock collars work, and highlight their advantages and disadvantages.