Criticism makes you feel bad or upset. Sometimes it makes you do better next time but sometimes it can make you want to quit and not try anymore.
Criticism is when you say negative things and focus on what is bad!
You are a BAD DOG!
Encouragement makes you feel great! Sometimes it makes you do better next time but sometimes it can make you think you are good enough and stop trying.
Encouragement is when you say nice things and focus on what is good!
You are the sweetest puppy EVER, I love you SO MUCH!
Feedback is when you tell them specific ways to improve. It is either neutral or nice.
Feedback doesnt make you feel good or bad - it lets you know just what to work on next time to do better. Feedback is the best out of the 3 options.
Lay down... good job! Now stay...Next time we will practice your shake command.
