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Pinch or Prong Collars

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Tool: Pinch or Prong Collar

Rating: Unacceptable due to high risk for misuse and/or abuse in the hands of the average dog handler.

Operant Sequence: Positive Punishment & Negative Reinforcement

Positive Punishment
• Adding the pinch to decrease the likelihood that the behaviour will be repeated.
For example, pulling on the pinch collar to stop the dog from pulling on leash.


Negative Reinforcement
• Stopping the pinch to increase the likelihood that the behaviour will be repeated.
For example, loosening up on the pinch to keep the dog in heel position (avoidance conditioning).


Conclusion: Powerful Aversive 
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