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[-] Flames5123@sh.itjust.works 4 points 6 months ago

I used to be pro squirt bottle, but I read something on lemmy once about how it’s actually damaging to your relationship with your cat.

I don’t have that exact article, but here’s one I just snagged off Google. https://www.fearfreehappyhomes.com/squelch-the-squirt-why-spraying-water-doesnt-work-to-train-your-cat/

Positive reinforcement is the best method for correcting bad behavior in pets. It’s tough because it doesn’t stop the bad behavior now.

[-] Baggie@lemmy.zip 2 points 6 months ago

I agree positive reinforcement is certainly good, we use that for scratching couch and such, but there's no real substitute action for getting onto the kitchen counter and eating plastic, nor is there one for biting someone. There does have to be a level of mild punishment for certain actions, especially ones that can harm themselves or others.