Scolding is sometimes necessary

When there is bad dog behavior, a scolding would be in order. Some persons have found that a gentle pat after the severe scolding is beneficial, as it assures the animal that it has not been rejected. In the case of serious misbehavior, a few slaps on the dog’s hips with a folded newspaper may be appropriate. On the other hand, when the dog does what is right, there should be some reward. For example, a few words spoken in a cheerful tone of voice and a few pats can bring pleasure to the animal. Consistency in bestowing rewards and giving scoldings conditions a dog to do what is desirable to its owner.