Positive reinforcement is essentially what we humans call reward-based training. In a nutshell, this means that you get something in return for doing something good. The most common example of positive reinforcement would be when someone gives you money as a reward for cleaning up after your dog. This works because the act of cleaning up is an enjoyable activity for both you and your pet, which makes it more likely that you will keep on doing it. The problem with positive reinforcement is that it can turn a pet into a slave. If you want your dog to stop barking at you, you have to keep giving them treats until they learn how to stop barking, even if the barking annoys you. It becomes a vicious cycle that ends up making you resent your dog. A better way to train your dog is by using negative reinforcement. Negative reinforcement basically means that you give your dog something bad instead of something good. For example, if you want to teach your dog not to bark at strangers, you don't give them treats every time they start barking, but rather, you yell at them whenever they start barking. You then quickly give them a treat whenever they stop barking. This is a much more effective method than positive reinforcement since it involves no rewards whatsoever. Negative reinforcement is also known as punishment-based training, which is probably the most widely used form of animal training. It's very easy to use and requires little effort from either you or your dog. It's also effective, although it may take longer to train your dog. Because punishment-based training involves no rewards, however, it may cause some resentment between you and your pet. If you're looking for a quick fix to make your dog love you, there are a few things you should consider trying first.