Sounds like in this scenario they don't want to waste something that they've purchased
Devi
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I'm aware, was just giving another option of order.
In some UK buildings lifts go G, M, 1, 2, 3
You've just activated a form of PTSD in my brain. Stood next to someone and you see the box appear and they instantly click.
"What did that say?"
"Dunno"
Why click on it if you don't know????
Absolutely. Plus we forget that dogs can be dangerous, I work in rescue and a lot of people will say a dog has "bit me out of nowhere!"
I can think of one dog that genuinely bit out of nowhere, and he had a health concern, all other dogs warn you a thousand times but the owner just hasn't understood what their dog is saying.
Depression is by definition a mental illness.
You will find a more reliable sit by leading a dog into it rather than trying to move their body for them. The dog needs to move its own body in order for the movement and the word to join together in their brain.
Think about your own learning, is it better for you to learn a task by someone guiding your hands into position or is it better for them to model a behaviour and you to do it yourself? Which method means that you'll remember tomorrow, next week, next month, etc?
A punishment is something unpleasant that creates the reaction you want. You're saying you're causing discomfort to your dogs neck in order to make them sit, that is by definition a punishment.
Socialisation is the most important thing you'll do with a dog, even if they're an adult you need to get them used to as many things as possible so they can live a calm life.
Learn dog body language, so many people get into issues because they can't tell their dog is stressed, or in pain, This is my favourite guide, but you can also learn for free online.
If you're causing your dog pain then you're not training their minds and setting you both up for failure. Find a different way to get what you want.
Most issues people have with their dog is because they're not getting the correct physical or mental exercise.
Understand the breed you have as it will teach you how to make your dog comfortable.
You realise thats a punishment?
Are you suggesting being able to buy alcohol is an American thing?