Labeling Dogs And Other Pets Can Go Wrong

Perfectly said, Ellen DeGeneres! So much can go wrong when we apply labels (constructs) or stereotypes or assumptions to others, including our pets.

With the self-fulfilling prophecy, we tend to respond according to how we interpret situations and/or behaviors and that may or may not be the truth. We also may inaccurately lump a character trait onto an entire breed or species of animals. And, our labels may stop us from searching for the REAL, underlying reason for a behavior…and ultimately the most positive, least intrusive solution. I’ve written about the dangers of labels before. Read more here.

Ellen DeGeneres shared a great quote about how labels can lead to stereotypes and assumptions. How this relates to dog (and other pet) training.

 

Share the Post:

Related Posts

Contact :

Lisa Desatnik
CPDT-KA, FFCP, FDM, CPBC

  • Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed 
  • Certified Fear Free Professional
  • Certified Family Dog Mediator
  • Licensed Family Paws Parent Educator
  • Certificate of Completion – Aggression in Dogs Master Course
  • Certified Parrot Behavior Consultant