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At Four on the Floor Pet Care LLC, we believe training your dog should be a joyful experience for both the teacher and the student. We use only science-based, positive reinforcement methods to help your dog learn desired behaviors while building confidence, trust, and a strong bond with you. Our training is force-free, meaning no shock collars, prong collars, corrections, yelling, or intimidation... ever!
What Does "Science-Based" Mean?
What Does "Science-Based" Mean?
Our methods are grounded in decades of behavioral science, using proven principles from operant and classical conditioning. We focus on and teach behaviors your dog should do, not what they shouldn't do. Positive reinforcement means reinforcing behaviors we like so they happen more often. It’s ethical, effective, and builds a thinking dog who works with you because they want to, not because they have to.
Common Myths About Dog Training
Common Myths About Dog Training
Too often, dog owners are told:
-“Dogs need to know who’s boss.”
-“If you don’t correct them, they’ll walk all over you.”
-“You need to be the "alpha” or "pack leader."
These are harmful, outdated beliefs that rely on dominance theory and fear-based tactics. In reality:
-Dogs don’t misbehave out of spite—they do what works for them.
-Correcting an emotional response such as barking, growling, or reactivity only punishes the symptom, not the cause.
-Reinforcement builds long lasting learning and emotional safety.
*Training shouldn’t be a luxury. We offer affordable, personalized programs with flexible options for private sessions, virtual consults, and real-world training. Contact us for more details.
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