Research shows that using humane, positive reinforcement-based training methods is the most effective way to help pets learn new behaviors and bond with their owners. Aversive or punishment-based ...

The Oregon Humane Society had its biggest year for adoptions last year since 2018. More than 12-thousand pets were adopted in ...

It’s 8 a.m. and the enthusiastic barking coming from the dog kennels at Dakin Humane Society indicates that the morning ritual of walks, kennel cleanings and breakfast has begun. Volunteer Keith ...

These days, many people have got the message that it’s important to train dogs with reward-based methods (for example, giving the dog a treat when they sit to reinforce the behavior and make it happen ...