Cognitive Bias in Dogs

Cognitive bias in dogs refers to how a dog’s underlying emotional state can shape their perception of the world. This tag explores the connection between training and your dog’s outlook—whether they tend to expect positive or negative outcomes. Understanding cognitive bias in dogs can help guardians and trainers support better behaviour by reducing fear, building optimism, and creating more effective training plans.

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How training shapes your dog’s outlook

March 18, 2025

Dogs can develop optimistic or pessimistic outlooks based on their experiences. Discover how training methods shape their mindset and why positive reinforcement leads to better outcomes.

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