Reinforcement is positive without yelling, tugging or choking. One of the benefits of the promise system is that when you make a correction, it is with a very gentle pull on the lead. This pull automatically turns the dog's head toward you, giving you the dog's attention. With many dogs, maintaining attention is one key to maintaining control. The halter also works with the dog's instincts.
Dogs tend to pull against pressure.
If your dog is wearing a regular collar and leash, or even a choke style training collar, he will pull forward as you pull back, leading him to gag and choke. You are not in control, and your dog is coughing and sputtering. Attention is lost, and the lesson is a failure. It also can be used to control unwanted habits such as digging, jumping, barking, begging, chewing, stealing, and general unruliness at home, on the street and in the veterinarians office. Techniques for working on all of these behaviors is in the comprehensive manual included with the promise system.